Health Complications
Heartburn and Asthma
Although doctors are still unsure of the exact nature of the correlation, there seems to be an obvious link between frequent heartburn and asthma. [Read more]
Reflux Esophagitis
Reflux esophagitis describes inflammation that damages the tissue of the esophagus, the tube that delivers food from your mouth to your stomach. It can cause painful, difficult swallowing and chest pain. Reflux esophagitis is caused by stomach acid backing up into the esophagus and breaking down the esophageal tissue over time. [Read more]
Esophageal Spasms
Esophageal spasms are an uncoordinated series of muscle contractions in the smooth muscles of your esophagus. These spasms can prevent food from traveling properly to your stomach and, at times, are very painful. For some people, esophageal spasms can cause chronic pain and problems with swallowing.
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GERD Injury May Have Immune Trigger
In a study published in Gastroenterology, researchers discovered that stomach acid may only be one factor contributing to injury from reflux esophagitis in people who suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). [Read more]