Introduction: More than 40% of all adults experience this uncomfortable, burning sensation at least once a month. For most, it is an occasional occurrence that is easily relieved with an over-the-counter antacid. But for others, heartburn is a daily struggle that has changed the way they live. Their lives, from what they eat to how [...]
Introduction This is information about the treatment of Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) and hiatus hernia. General Changes You Can Make Lifestyle changes can make a difference in relieving your symptoms. Raising the head of the bed (about six inches) and avoiding heavy lifting reduces heartburn by allowing gravity to minimize reflux of the stomach’s contents [...]