The lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a small ring of muscle that connects the esophagus to the stomach. It opens when you eat and closes during digestion to prevent stomach acid from flowing back ...

Regardless, British private GP Dr Ahmed, MBBS, MRCGP, is warning people who have been using omeprazole for six months or more to understand the dangers. This includes intestinal infections, bone ...

Heartburn after meals? You’re not alone — acid reflux is on the rise, with one in five UK adults affected If you’ve ever reached for a Rennie after dinner you are not alone. Heartburn or acid reflux ...

TV medic Dr. Punam Krishan has issued a cautionary note to anyone taking proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole for issues such as heartburn, acid reflux, and indigestion. In the UK, one in ...

Dear Dr. Roach: We read your column daily, and have read several letters about acid reflux and the long-term use of medications. No one has suggested raising the head of the bed as a solution. My ...

Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common condition that can cause significant discomfort. It occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, the tube that ...

DEAR DR. GOTT: My significant other's health problems began six months ago with severe shortness of breath and an upset stomach occurring as soon as he ate anything. This progressed to fluid buildup ...

NEW YORK, Aug. 9 (UPI) --Long-term use of acid reflux medications called proton pump inhibitors may increase the risk of dementia, according to a new study published Wednesday. This research was ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Stomach acid reflux or heartburn may be a particular problem for people with breathing problems such as emphysema or bronchitis, known generally as chronic obstructive ...

More than 15 million Americans use heartburn medication every year. A new study from the University of Minnesota shows there may be a link between these medications and cognitive problems like ...