Barrett’s esophagus (BE), a term that just a few decades ago was relatively unknown or unheard of. Today, if you are one of the 20% in the United States suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) or heartburn, then you may have heard of the term Barrett’s esophagus. What is it? Why is it important to understand it? How can you detect it and treat it?
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Popular Acid Reflux Drugs Are Linked To Kidney Disease Risk
ROB STEIN
Published January 11, 201611:19 AM ET
Nexium is one of several popular medications for heartburn and acid reflux called proton-pump inhibitors.
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People who take certain popular medicines for heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux may want to proceed more cautiously, researchers reported Monday.
The drugs, known as pr...
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