Gastroenterology
Got GERD? eat this way to help avoid symptoms
Some folks feasting this holiday have to contend with gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD.
Nov 24, 2023
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News tagged with stomach acid
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Surgical device brings hope to those with acid reflux
For two years, Milagros Camacho struggled with what she thought was heartburn after every meal. At night stomach acid would sometimes come out of her mouth and nose. Even drinking water would set off her symptoms.
Dec 30, 2013
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Genetics
Study explains why popular antacids may increase chance of bone fractures
Newly published research from the Forsyth Institute details a discovery explaining why the 100 million Americans estimated to be taking prescription and over-the-counter antacid and heartburn medications may be at an increased ...
Mar 26, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Home remedies: Manage discomfort of heartburn
Heartburn is a burning sensation in your chest, just behind your breastbone. Technically called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn occurs when stomach contents back up into your esophagus. Sour taste and the ...
Oct 7, 2016
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Medications
Generic aciphex approved to treat chronic heartburn
(HealthDay)—The first generic versions of the anti-GERD drug Aciphex (rabeprazole sodium) have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for people aged 12 and older, the agency said Friday.
Nov 8, 2013
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Medications
FDA OKs first generic version of heartburn drug nexium
(HealthDay)—The first generic version of the heartburn drug Nexium (esomeprazole) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Jan 26, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
C. diff infection risk rises with antihistamine use to treat stomach acid, study finds
Patients receiving antihistamines to suppress stomach acid are at greater risk of infection from Clostridium difficile, or C. diff, a common cause of diarrhea, particularly in health care settings, Mayo Clinic researchers ...
Mar 27, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Losing weight may ease chronic heartburn
(HealthDay)—Obese and overweight men and women who suffer from heartburn often report relief when they lose weight, a new study shows.
May 21, 2013
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Other
Toxic gas in dogs' vomit a threat to vets: CDC
(HealthDay) -- Dogs who accidentally eat a commercial poison to combat gophers and moles can emit a toxic gas that can sicken veterinary staff, a new report indicates.
Apr 26, 2012
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Study questions association between common heartburn drugs and risk of pneumonia
Previous studies that have associated the use of proton pump inhibitors (PPI) – which include popular anti-heartburn medications like Prilosec and Nexium – with an increased incidence of pneumonia may not have found a ...
Oct 1, 2012
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