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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 ...

If GERD doesn’t respond to proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), it could be due to various factors, including not taking the medication correctly, misdiagnosis, genetic factors affecting drug metabolism, or ...

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

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 ...

Acid reflux happens when there is backward flow of stomach acid into the oesophagus. It is normal if this happens occasionally. However, if this happens persistently, it becomes a chronic condition ...

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, accompanied by a burning sensation in the chest or throat when swallowing, may be a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a chronic condition in which stomach acid frequently ...