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 ...

When chronic heartburn can't be cured by medication, patients are making appointments with Easton gastroenterologist Dr. Amit Sohagia.

Upper stomach pain can mean gas, indigestion, or stomach viruses. More severe causes can include appendicitis, gallstones, bowel obstruction, or peptic ulcers.

Heartburn, GERD and Acid Reflux help. Read the latest medical research on acid reflux symptoms and the causes for heartburn as well as heartburn remedies and new treatment options.