Gastroesophageal reflux

Pediatrics

GERD in children linked to anemia, iron deficiency

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is associated with anemia or iron deficiency among children, according to a study published online Dec. 26 in Diagnostics.

Jan 31, 2023

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Health

Expert explains why reflux disease isn't 'just' heartburn

Gastroesophageal reflux disease is one of the most common digestive disorders in the world. It happens when acid comes up from the stomach into the esophagus: The stomach can resist acid but the esophagus is less acid-resistant. ...

Jan 13, 2023

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Genetics

An education doesn't just make you smarter, it may protect your gut

We've long known education is important for many aspects of life, but now a new benefit has been discovered: It can look after your gut health.

Jan 11, 2023

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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Understanding brief resolved unexplained events in infants

Brief resolved unexplained events (BRUEs) are episodes marked by concerning changes in breathing, consciousness, muscle tone, and skin color (cyanosis or paleness). They tend to occur in previously healthy infants and send ...

Jan 4, 2023

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Oncology & Cancer

Gastroesophageal reflux disease causally linked to lung cancer

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is causally associated with lung cancer risk, according to a study published online Dec. 8 in Cancer Medicine.

Dec 30, 2022

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Dentistry

Gastroesophageal reflux disease raises risk for periodontitis: Study

Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have an increased risk for periodontitis development, according to a study published online Nov. 19 in Biomedicines.

Dec 29, 2022

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Medications

It's the flavor of the season, but be wary of peppermint platitudes

Peppermint, like Santa Claus, seems to be everywhere you turn at the holidays. And also like Santa, when it comes to evaluating claims about it, the most scientific minds will tell you they need more evidence.

Dec 14, 2022

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Pediatrics

Disparities seen in treatment of middle ear infections in US children

Children from socially disadvantaged backgrounds are less likely to receive treatment for otitis media and more likely to experience complications from undertreatment, according to a study published online Nov. 10 in JAMA ...

Nov 21, 2022

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