Atrial fibrillation (AF), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hiatal hernias are commonly seen in clinical practice. GERD and hiatal hernias have been proposed to be a possible cause of AF.

There is discussion, especially in uninvestigated patients, about whether gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be separated from dyspepsia. If heartburn and regurgitation are the dominant ...

Heartburn is no fun. And if you love food, it can be your worst enemy. You don't have to put a damper on your dining just because you have heartburn. With these tips and a little self-observation ...

Background Medical management of GERD mainly uses proton pump inhibitors. Alginates also have proven efficacy. The aim of this trial was to compare short-term efficacy of an alginate (Gaviscon ...

How do you know if it’s heartburn or something more serious? Learn how doctors test for and diagnose this condition.

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