In more severe cases of acid reflux or GERD, it’s likely that your doctor will recommend surgery to alleviate the symptoms and effects of the condition. Most acid reflux surgeries aim to repair the lower esophageal sphincter—or LES—a valve that can be damaged or weakened, causing acid reflux and GERD. Let’s explore the 3 acid reflux surgery options that could change your life!
Read MoreIf you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you likely know that you’re not alone. In fact, nearly 15 million Americans suffer from acid reflux daily. There are far more people who have symptoms at least once a month— nearly 60 million! If you and your doctor have exhausted other interventions, it may be time to consider a type of acid reflux surgery (also known as GERD surgery). But which one?
Read MorePicking the right acid reflux doctor is never easy. Web searches can sometimes prove fruitless or they can uncover an overwhelming amount of information. There are many factors to consider and oftentimes the information you do get offers conflicting advice about what physician is best suited to your needs. When choosing a physician to help manage acid reflux, there are three important factors to consider:
Read MoreIf you experience chronic acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), there are a few different treatment options available to alleviate symptoms of GERD. The only way to treat the root cause of this disease is with anti-reflux surgery. A common type of reflux surgery is called fundoplication. In this article, we will discuss what the surgery entails and the difference between a partial and a full fundoplication.
Read MoreChoosing which anti-reflux surgery is best for you can be difficult. Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication (TIF) is a type of partial fundoplication, that’s done endoscopically (through the mouth) to treat GERD. In this article, we will share the pros, cons, recovery details, and cost of TIF surgery to see if it is the best option for you.
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