Reflux Lowdown

Are Your Children Having Acid Reflux?

Posted on 21. Jul, 2010 by admin.

Research have shown that Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER), generally called Acid Reflux, is common among children of varying age groups, especially in infants, but is often overlooked. About fifty percent of babies, within the first six months of their lives, will experience acid reflux in one way or another. This is extremely painful for the newborn, [...]

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What Is Acid Reflux And How Do I Know If I Have It?

Posted on 15. Jul, 2010 by admin.

Acid reflux, also known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is technically defined as chronic symptoms or mucosal damage produced by the abnormal reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus. This is commonly due to transient or permanent changes in the barrier between the esophagus and the stomach.Symptoms of heartburn in adults is the major symptom [...]

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Acid Reflux – Child Related Acid Reflux

Posted on 29. Jan, 2010 by admin.

It sounds bizarre but it is true that children tend to suffer from acid reflux. Under normal conditions, food passes via the esophagus and the muscle existing at the bottom part of the esophagus closes off. The process is to facilitate food and liquids to remain inside the stomach.This muscle is known as Lower Esophageal [...]

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