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Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), is a common condition that happens when stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, causing discomfort such as heartburn. It can be triggered by ...

So you're feeling that uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest. Your mouth tastes bitter or sour. The back of your throat is burning. While the occasional heartburn episode usually isn't an ...

What most people don’t realise is that the acid in our stomachs, essential for digestion, can turn from friend to foe when it escapes its usual boundaries.Acid reflux occurs when the lower esophageal ...

Acid reflux happens when there is backward flow of stomach acid into the oesophagus. It is normal if this happens occasionally. However, if this happens persistently, it becomes a chronic condition ...

An estimated 20% of Americans suffer from GERD, a chronic form of acid reflux that goes beyond occasional heartburn. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, can be more common among older people, ...