[1] Barrett's esophagus was defined as the presence ... radionuclide scintigraphy or 24-h pH monitoring.

Diagnosis necessitates esophageal pH monitoring and biopsy. Topical corticosteroids can be helpful in treatment of some cases. Eosinophilic gastroenteritis: symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea ...

In this blog, we’ll break down the top reasons to seek a GERD specialist, how they can help, and what you can expect during your visit.

Tests such as the following are sometimes used to rule out other conditions: Esophageal pH monitoring to detect stomach acid in the esophagus (uncommonly used) Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy to ...

Reflux observed on a barium esophagogram did not reliably predict gastroesophageal reflux disease vs ambulatory reflux monitoring.

IN THIS MORNING’S MEDICAL ALERT, APRIL IS ESOPHAGEAL AWARENESS MONTH. AND HERE TO TELL US ABOUT THE DISEASE, WHO IT AFFECTS, AND THE WARNING SIGNS IS PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE ESOPHAGEAL CANCER ...

Acid reflux occurs when acid flows up from the stomach into the esophagus (food tube) and the mouth. Although occasional acid reflux is common, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may be diagnosed ...

When your body is healthy, it maintains pH balance on its own. However, certain health conditions can cause pH imbalances, which make it difficult for your body to function properly. Sometimes ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Esophageal cancer is the sixth leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Shawn Tai, Medical Oncologist at UT Health Tyler Hope Center says not many people are aware of ...