Apr 23, 2025 · Acid reflux happens when the sphincter muscle at the lower end of the esophagus relaxes at the wrong time, allowing stomach acid to back up into the esophagus. This can cause …

Apr 23, 2025 · If stomach acid washes back into the esophagus, it can cause discomfort and may lead to precancerous changes in the lining of the esophagus.

Sep 20, 2025 · Acid reflux happens when the sphincter muscle at the lower end of your esophagus isn't working as it should, allowing stomach acid to back up into your esophagus.

Sep 20, 2025 · Excess pounds put pressure on your abdomen, pushing up your stomach and causing acid to back up into your esophagus. Don't wear tightfitting clothing, which puts pressure on your …

Acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are closely related, but the terms don't mean exactly the same thing. Acid reflux is the backward flow of stomach acid into the tube, called the …

Dec 12, 2024 · Heartburn, acid reflux, GERD—what’s the real difference? In this episode of Health Matters, gastroenterologist Dr. Dawn Francis breaks it down, explaining why an estimated 1 in 5 …

Apr 23, 2025 · Acid reflux (GER and GERD) in adults. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/acid-reflux-ger …

Oct 29, 2024 · Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which this backflow of acid is a frequent or ongoing problem. GERD can lead to ongoing swelling and tissue damage in the esophagus.

Feb 1, 2026 · Omeprazole is used to treat certain conditions where there is too much acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and gastroesophageal …

Nov 21, 2019 · While many people experience reflux from time to time, GERD is defined by reflux occurring weekly. Most people can manage the discomfort of GERD with lifestyle changes and over …