The esophagus is an essential part of the digestive system, serving as a conduit for food and liquids from the mouth to the ...

While gastroesophageal reflux disease affects both men and women, men tend to experience more severe symptoms and ...

Heartburn is usually not a serious condition. However, when left uncontrolled, chronic heartburn can contribute to serious ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Sleep on your left side to help keep stomach acid down and clear reflux faster.Elevate your head and avoid late-night meals or alcohol to prevent heartburn.See ...

After pH testing of either type, abnormal acid exposure time (AET) when the pH in the lower esophagus is greater than 6% ...