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5 GERD Symptoms to Journal

by Carol Trehearn, Guest Contributor

5 GERD Symptoms to Journal

With over 60% of the population having been expected to experience some form of acid reflux in the last 12 months and an unlucky 20-30% of those people suffering on a weekly basis, it’s no wonder that such a common problem has become an accepted, uncomfortable part of one’s day. Acid indigestion, acid reflux, heartburn- […]

Filed Under: Chest pain, GERD Symptoms and Diagnosis, Heartburn, LPR symptoms

Bill’s story: A healthy approach to acid reflux relief

by Bruce Kaechele, The GERD Guide

Bill’s story: A healthy approach to acid reflux relief

We found Bill recently on Facebook and learning about his path to relief, and we knew we had to hear his full story. Like almost everyone with this disease, Bill’s doctors only offered one treatment plan, PPIs for life. However, his desire for a more natural and healthy approach to symptom relief serves as an […]

Filed Under: Difficulty swallowing, Heartburn, Real-life stories, Regurgitation, Uncategorized Tagged With: GERD-friendly diet, Weight loss

GERD Risk Factors Indicating Potential for Disease Progression

by Bruce Kaechele, The GERD Guide

GERD Risk Factors Indicating Potential for Disease Progression

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, better known as GERD or acid reflux, is a condition that typically develops slowly over many years. Consequently, most of our questions come from adults over 45 years old. However, we occasionally hear from younger adults, as is the case with this RefluxMD member. Because GERD is a progressive disease, it is […]

Filed Under: Barrett's esophagus, Chest pain, Chronic cough, Esophageal cancer, GERD Treatment, Heartburn, Questions, Real-life stories, Regurgitation

How I stopped my LPR symptoms with the Reza Band

by Justin Kaechele

How I stopped my LPR symptoms with the Reza Band

Earlier this year, we introduced the Reza Band®, a new wearable medical device designed to reduce LPR symptoms, or silent reflux. When we had the opportunity to interview one of the first patients to test the device, we jumped at the chance to learn about it from the perspective of a satisfied patient. We recently […]

Filed Under: Chronic cough, GERD Symptoms and Diagnosis, Heartburn, Hoarseness, Real-life stories, Regurgitation

What does heartburn feel like?

by Laura Cox

What does heartburn feel like?

What does heartburn feel like? Thousands of people search for the answer to this question every month, which isn’t surprising when you consider 1 in 3 Americans suffer from heartburn on a regular basis. And while this seems like a simple question, there’s more to our answer than you might think. The sensation of heartburn […]

Filed Under: Acid Reflux Causes, GERD symptoms, Heartburn

Can indigestion symptoms be caused by something else?

by Bruce Kaechele, The GERD Guide

Can indigestion symptoms be caused by something else?

Frequently we hear from a RefluxMD member that has been struggling with acid reflux for 20 years or more.  This question highlights the importance of being well educated on your disease. Diagnostic tests, treatment options, medications and their potential negative side affects are something that YOU must know about – it is YOUR life and […]

Filed Under: GERD Symptoms and Diagnosis, Heartburn, Questions

I’m off PPI therapy, but now how do I manage my acid reflux symptoms?

by Bruce Kaechele, The GERD Guide

I’m off PPI therapy, but now how do I manage my acid reflux symptoms?

We’ve heard this question a lot over the last year from our members and visitors.  When we started RefluxMD it was difficult to find even one story about the potential negative side affects of PPI therapy. Today we see several articles and/or research reports weekly on these topics. As more adults become aware of the […]

Filed Under: Antacids, Chronic cough, GERD Medications, GERD Symptoms and Diagnosis, H2 blockers, Heartburn, PPIs, Questions, Regurgitation

Quick Q&A: Is burping an unusual GERD symptom?

by Bruce Kaechele, The GERD Guide

Quick Q&A: Is burping an unusual GERD symptom?

Each week we select a question or two that represent an issue noted by several other members and are also questions that are “meaty”; i.e., allow us to go deeper into the disease of GERD.  However, there are a great number of excellent questions that only require a short response – and yet, they are […]

Filed Under: Acid Reflux Causes, Chest pain, Chronic cough, GERD Symptoms and Diagnosis, Heartburn, Hoarseness, Questions, Regurgitation

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