The LINX® procedure involves the placing of a small, flexible band of magnets surrounded in titanium beads around the esophagus. The beads emit a magnetic attraction that works to strengthen the LES. It’s an incredibly innovative technology, and a great alternative to more invasive surgical options like Nissen fundoplication. Here are five things we love about the LINX® Procedure:
Read MoreTreatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)—a condition in which stomach acid rises back up into the esophagus—is often a case-by-case process in which your doctor prescribes different types of treatments depending on the severity of your case. Your doctor may start with suggestions for lifestyle changes or over-the-counter medications, and if those don’t alleviate the symptoms of your GERD, your doctor may then suggest a medication called a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Below we’ll go over the relation of PPIs and GERD, and what you need to know when it comes to your GERD treatment.
Read MoreGastroesophageal reflux disease—or GERD—is common among millions of American adults. But did you know that infants can also develop GERD? If your baby has been diagnosed with GERD or acid reflux, you’re likely looking for home remedies, as well as diet and lifestyle changes you can make to alleviate the uncomfortable symptoms of GERD in your baby. Here are five tips for dealing with baby GERD.
Read MoreWhat happens when the cells in your esophagus morph into different cells imitating those in the intestinal lining? Though it may sound like a weird science-fiction film, what we’re talking about is a very real condition called Barrett’s Esophagus. Learn more about the condition, treatment options, and how it’s associated with GERD:
Read MoreAcid reflux affects nearly 25 million people every day, which can be a pretty uncomfortable thing to deal with on a daily basis. You may be experiencing frequent or severe heartburn and acid reflux, but does that mean you have GERD?
GERD—or gastroesophageal reflux disease (say that three times fast)—is a disease in which stomach acid frequently flows back into your esophagus and can irritate the lining of it. But how do you define “frequently” in this case? And how do you know when to see a reflux doctor? Below, we’ll take a look at symptoms of GERD, how it’s diagnosed, and when it’s time to see a specialist.
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