When bloat and indigestion hit, it’s logical to conclude you have too much stomach acid and to grab an antacid for relief. But experts warn that often the same symptoms that seem to signal too much ...

Acid reflux and Gastroesophageal reflux disease, better known as GERD, occur when acids from the stomach flow upwards into the esophagus. Often this happens because a circular muscle, called the lower ...

Because tens of millions of people are used to experiencing acid reflux or heartburn regularly, many don't realize when it becomes a more serious medical condition. Heartburn is the burning sensation ...

Dr. Harvey Tatum with the Utica Park Clinic joined News On 6 at 4 p.m. to discuss treating GERD, and ways to avoid it. TULSA, Okla. - The week of Thanksgiving is GERD Awareness Week, more commonly ...

Acid reflux is when stomach acid flows into the esophagus and mouth, causing heartburn. GERD is a chronic form of acid reflux, and it can lead to serious health problems if untreated. Triggers of GERD ...

Heartburn is a burning sensation in the chest. Heartburn for multiple days in a row can result from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a hiatal hernia, Barrett’s esophagus, or esophageal cancer.

You can find heartburn relief by taking OTC medications like Pepto Bismol or Tums. You can also try natural remedies like eating a banana, elevating your head, and drinking milk. Mixing half a ...

NORRISTOWN, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Certain foods are known to trigger heartburn. But when it seems everything causes that burning pain, it's time for a specialist, not just the antacids. A local man ...

Share on Pinterest The FDA has approved vonoprazan (Voquezna), a new daily treatment for heartburn associated with GERD in adults. andreswd/Getty Images The FDA approved vonoprazan (Voquezna) as a ...

Heartburn is caused by stomach acid backing up into the esophagus (the tube connecting your mouth to your stomach). Also called acid reflux, it feels like a burning pain typically just behind the ...

Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) happens when stomach contents come back up into the esophagus. Stomach acid that touches the lining of the esophagus can cause heartburn, also called acid indigestion.