By Denise Dador
Tuesday, May 02, 2017 11:02PM
LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A group in Southern California said many people suffering from acid reflux are unaware it can cause cancer, and those who do know may believe over-the-counter heartburn medications reduce their risk of developing cancer.
But the Esophageal Cancer Action Network said the medications don't protect against cancer or Barr...
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The importance of detecting Barrett’s esophagus early
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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Study Examines the Silent Side Effects of Heartburn Medications
A new study has found that half of the people who developed kidney damage from prescription heartburn medications showed no obvious warning signs.
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A New Life without Pain
For decades, I have suffered almost constantly from heartburn (technically called “acid reflux”). Often, I felt as though I was having a fire in my stomach or esophagus or even a heart attack. I slept with the upper half of my body at a 45-degree angle. Often, I would wake with burning pains and fail to drop back asleep. Life was really miserable.
I went to see numerous GI doctors including t...
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Heartburn Medicine Linked to Chronic Kidney Disease Risk, Study Shows
NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt
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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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Proton pump inhibitors alter the composition of the gut microbiota
Abstract
Objective Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are drugs used to suppress gastric acid production and treat GI disorders such as peptic ulcers and gastro-oesophageal reflux. They have been considered low risk, have been widely adopted, and are often over-prescribed. Recent studies have identified an increased risk of enteric and other infections with their use. Small studies have identif...
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American Medical Association Creates New Category 1 Code for Torax Medical’s LINX Procedure to Treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
November 18, 2015 05:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Torax Medical, Inc., a leader in therapeutic interventions for sphincter-related diseases, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), announced today the American Medical Association (AMA) has created a new Category 1 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) Code for esophageal sphincter augmentation using ...
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Study: Long-Term Outcomes of Patients Receiving a Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation Device for Gastroesophageal Reflux
Abstract
Background & Aims
Based on results from year 2 of a 5-year trial, in 2012 the US Food and Drug Administration approved the use of a magnetic device to augment lower esophageal sphincter function in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). We report the final results of 5 years of follow-up evaluation of patients who received this device.
Methods
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New 5-Year Results of a Landmark Study Confirm LINX Procedure as a Beneficial Treatment for Gastro-esophageal Reflux Disease
Study authors conclude LINX should be a first line therapy option for GERD sufferers
PR Newswire, St. Paul, Minn. (September 14, 2015)
Torax Medical announced completion of a landmark study confirming the long-term results of the LINX® Reflux Management System in controlling reflux-related symptoms and eliminating dependence on acid suppression medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). F...
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