Sometimes, the stomach acid goes up towards the throat, causing discomfort. This is known as acid reflux. Eating a big meal, and having a sour backwash in the throat is pretty common. However, you ...

Acid reflux, a prevalent condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causes stomach acid to travel back into the esophagus, inducing a burning sensation in the chest. Although there are ...

Background Medical management of GERD mainly uses proton pump inhibitors. Alginates also have proven efficacy. The aim of this trial was to compare short-term efficacy of an alginate (Gaviscon ...

To perform wireless pH testing. Wireless pH testing allows your doctor to evaluate your reflux activity over a 48-hour period while you continue your normal activities. To perform wireless pH testing: ...

Omeprazole in symptOmatic treatment of moDerate gastroesophageal reflux" (GOOD), the aim of which was to compare short-term symptomatic efficacy and safety between an alginate (Gaviscon®, 4 × 10 ...

Eat these acid-fighting foods to relieve heartburn and indigestion the natural way. Eat these acid-fighting foods to relieve heartburn and indigestion the natural way. AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan ...

Careful procedures are a must. Touchstone testing is based on the fact that 24k gold resists all but the strongest acids. The purer the gold, the stronger the acid required to dissolve it. Measured ...