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 ...

Hoarseness is the term for when the voice sounds strained, breathy, or raspy, or is quieter in volume or lower in pitch. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and related disorders may cause ...

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A genetically susceptible individual is exposed to a food antigen, which activates the immune system and triggers differentiation into Th2 cells that release cytokines with eosinophil properties.

Regurgitation is the return of stomach contents up the esophagus and into the mouth. It may occur along with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Around 80% of people with GERD may have ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Heartburn can feel like a burning in your upper chest, from your breastbone to your ...

That familiar burning sensation in your chest always seems to strike at the worst possible moment – just as you’re trying to drift off to sleep. Medical experts explain the timing of heartburn isn’t ...

Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers may face a higher risk of developing gum disease and tooth decay, according to a recently published review in the Journal of ...

Heartburn, or gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), is the result of tissue breakdown. Its root cause isn’t excess stomach acid; it’s physical degeneration due to malnutrition. With GERD, the body ...

The primary reason tomatoes may cause acidity for those with sensitive stomachs is their high acidic content. Tomatoes ...