Historically, subspecialists have often depended on objective diagnostic tests in the initial management of disease processes (ie, gastroenterologists would use a test such as endoscopy to diagnose ...

Acid reflux drugs such as Aciphex and Nexium have been linked to heightened risk of diarrhea caused by Clostridium difficile, according to a Third Age report. The research, presented at the ...

An esophageal cancer survivor is back to enjoying basic pleasures — like eating the foods she loves — thanks to a specialized ...

Reza Shaker, MD, the chief of gastroenterology and hepatology at MCW, developed the device, called the Reza-Band. It is a band designed to be worn around the neck, and applies pressure to the upper ...

Functional heartburn is a type of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) where individuals experience heartburn symptoms. It does not include observable damage to the esophagus during endoscopy and ...

The diagnosis of GERD should, in most circumstances, be made on the basis of the presentation of a patient with typical symptoms of heartburn and/or regurgitation. [1] Using esophageal pH monitoring ...