Most people are familiar with heartburn— whether it’s something they only experience once in a while after a hearty meal, or a regular nuisance in their life. Despite its name, it actually has nothing to do with your heart. Instead, it is actually a symptom of acid reflux, which is all about your esophagus. Knowing why we experience acid reflux can play a huge role in preventing it, and in knowing when it’s time to seek professional help. So let’s break down the basics.
Read MoreYour esophagus is the piece of your digestive system that connects your throat with your stomach, moving food and liquid through it. This system would not be complete without one crucial feature: the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). But what is the LES, and how can it make a difference in your everyday quality of life? Let’s find out.
Read MoreThe holidays are upon us, and with them comes the usual joys of this season: food, fun, and family. Unfortunately, for many of us the holiday season also brings with it a heaping plate of stress— this year more than ever! This added stress can take its toll on us mentally and physically, and manifest in unpleasant symptoms making this time of year much more difficult.
Read MoreGERD Awareness Week takes place annually during the week of Thanksgiving, as many people experience increased heartburn after the big family meal. It is often a difficult time for those who struggle with GERD. In preparation of GERD Awareness Week, we’d like to help educate patients about the condition by explaining what GERD is and highlighting several surprising things many people don’t know about the condition.
Read MoreOver time if left untreated, GERD can cause complications and even more serious life-threatening illnesses. Some of the most common conditions that patients with GERD are more susceptible to developing are: barrett’s esophagus, esophageal cancer, esophageal ulcers, and esophageal stricture. We’re talking about them today on the blog!
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