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Who is Most At Risk for Hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus, called HCV. If your mother had a hepatitis C infection, there’s a chance you have...

Hepatitis Health Center

There are many forms of the hepatitis C virus, or HCV. It’s caused by the hepatitis C virus.

Complications of Heartburn and GERD

That’s because heartburn happens when your stomach juices wash back up. Over time, stomach acid may damage your esophagus, teeth, and more. Learn a...

Understanding Heartburn: Treatment

Your health care provider may suggest antacids for occasional heartburn. If heartburn symptoms persist, your health care provider can turn to drugs...

Treatment Tips for Severe Chronic Heartburn

Tobacco may also cause your stomach to make more acid and relax the muscles at the lower end of your esophagus that can shut down the opening betwe...

Which OTC Meds Treat Heartburn?

If these medications don't relieve your symptoms, or if your heartburn symptoms get worse or last for longer than 2 weeks, you should see your doct...

Prescription Drugs for Heartburn and Reflux

Metoclopramide (Reglan) is a promotility agent occasionally used to treat heartburn associated with GERD. These drugs are particularly useful at al...

What Lifestyle Changes Help Manage Heartburn?

Heartburn, also called acid reflux, is when the muscles of your lower esophagus don't work right. Avoid heartburn triggers. Avoid foods and drinks ...

Laryngospasm

Coughs from a cold can push more acid into the larynx, so a recent or current upper respiratory infection may increase the likelihood of developing...

Natural Home Remedies for Heartburn

Here is a rundown of some other commonly used home remedies for heartburn, and the evidence for their effectiveness. You may have heard that drinki...

Heartburn Surgery

Before surgery, you'll probably get tests to check how well the muscles in your esophagus work, including esophageal manometry and esophageal motil...

Heartburn Treatment

If you’ve ever felt like your chest was on fire after eating a big or greasy meal, then you’re probably familiar with heartburn. They neutralize st...