Historically, subspecialists have often depended on objective diagnostic tests in the initial management of disease processes (ie, gastroenterologists would use a test such as endoscopy to diagnose ...
A persistent bad taste in the mouth may signal acid reflux, digestive issues, liver disease, infections, or nutritional deficiencies.
Not all instances of gastro-esophageal reflux disease involve classical heart-burning sensations, regurgitation. Silent ...
’Tis the season for heartburn. Dr. Mark Pochapin, the Sholtz-Leeds Professor of Medicine and director of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at NYU Langone Health, said he often sees ...
Acid reflux drugs such as Aciphex and Nexium have been linked to heightened risk of diarrhea caused by Clostridium difficile, according to a Third Age report. The research, presented at the ...
The diagnosis of GERD should, in most circumstances, be made on the basis of the presentation of a patient with typical symptoms of heartburn and/or regurgitation. [1] Using esophageal pH monitoring ...