Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic condition characterized by the regurgitation of stomach acid into the esophagus,...

Pregnancy can exacerbate GERD due to hormonal and anatomical changes. Increased levels of progesterone during pregnancy relax the lower...

The lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a muscular valve that separates the esophagus from the stomach. In GERD, the LES plays a crucial...

While acid reflux and heartburn are related, they are not identical. Acid reflux is the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus,...

Common symptoms of acid reflux include heartburn, a burning sensation in the chest or throat, often occurring after meals or at night....