8 Ways to Treat Acid Reflux During Pregnancy
Gastroesophageal reflux disease occurs in up to 50% of pregnant women. As in the non-pregnant patients, reflux occurs when there is a decrease in lower esophageal sphincter pressure or an increase in...
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My newborn baby has been spitting up and vomiting a lot after feeding. Is this a sign of reflux, and what can be done? Symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease in an infant may include burping,...
View ArticleDr. Eisner Answers Your GERD Questions
I have acid reflux and I am concerned about undergoing anesthesia for an upcoming procedure. Am I at increased risk of aspiration? While acid reflux disease does increase the risk of aspiration in...
View ArticleDr. Eisner Answers Your Questions About Acid Reflux
What can I do to avoid having attacks of esophageal reflux this time of the year? With the holidays just around the corner, whether you have a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease or not, think...
View ArticleDr. Eisner Answers Your Questions About Acid Reflux
Can Ultram cause or worsen symptoms of GERD? Ultram is a centrally acting pain relief medication that is commonly taken for chronic pain conditions, specifically back pain and arthritis. Ultram has...
View ArticleDr. Eisner Answers Your Questions About Acid Reflux
I recently reached menopause and was started on hormone replacement therapy and have noticed an increase in heartburn. Is there any relation? It has long been known, that when women are pregnant,...
View ArticleQ&A: Do I Need Another Endoscopy?
I have GERD as well as chronic anemia for which I take iron. My symptoms have been stable, however recently I experienced worsening in my symptoms, as well as dark stools. I last had an endoscopy a few...
View ArticleQ&A: Insurance Company Authorizations
Insurance company authorization of medications can be challenging for both patients and physicians. Proton pump inhibitors, because of their cause are commonly affected. Thankfully, because there are...
View ArticleQ&A: What Are the Risks of Esophagus Dilatations?
My GERD has caused a narrowing in my esophagus that has caused difficulty swallowing, especially solids. I have undergone a few dilatations of my esophagus which has improved my symptoms. How often can...
View ArticleQ&A: Endoscopy for Ulcer?
I just got back from a Caribbean cruise on which I went to the bathroom and had watery, black stools. I was rushed to St Maarten Hospital and had an endoscopy where I was told that I had an ulcer in my...
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