Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), is a common condition that happens when stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, causing discomfort such as heartburn. It can be triggered by ...

We’ve all felt the pain of heartburn after eating a delicious burger. On the quest for relief, you’ve probably found yourself asking: What’s the difference between heartburn and acid reflux, anyway?

’Tis the season for heartburn. Dr. Mark Pochapin, the Sholtz-Leeds Professor of Medicine and director of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at NYU Langone Health, said he often sees ...

Babies can get acid reflux due to underdeveloped esophagus muscles, leading to spitting and vomiting, feeding refusal, difficulty sleeping and growing, and frequent lung infections. Acid reflux ...

Bile reflux occurs when bile, a liquid that the liver makes, flows back up into the stomach or the esophagus. It may be a sign of an underlying condition or a complication of certain surgical ...

My practice is packed with people suffering from frequent reflux symptoms in search of ways to feel better. But much of the “best advice” they’ve gathered on how to relieve this problem that affects ...

You've just enjoyed a great meal, maybe with a few drinks. Suddenly your throat is on fire, there's a bad taste in your mouth, and you've got heartburn. This is known as acid reflux, and is one of the ...

Certain supplements, such as betaine HCl with pepsin, may help increase stomach acid levels, which can improve digestion and reduce acid reflux symptoms. However, strong evidence is still lacking.

Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is similar to another condition -- GERD -- that results from the contents of the stomach backing up (reflux). But the symptoms of LPR are often different than those that ...