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GERD in infants can significantly impact growth and parent-child bonding, necessitating careful consideration of both non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.

Greasy, high-fat foods can take up to 6 hours to digest, potentially disrupting sleep and exacerbating reflux symptoms when lying down.

Ensure patient safety and treatment efficacy with awareness of the recent recall of omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate powder, essential for treating critical gastrointestinal conditions.

This recent cohort study shows that the incidence rate of oesophageal adenocarcinoma in non-erosive GERD patients aligns closely with the general population. Consider revisiting your endoscopic monitoring protocols based on these findings.

A recent study found that patients who used proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for more than 4.4 years had a 33% higher risk of developing dementia during the follow-up period.

A 57-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-month history of progressive exertionaldyspnea and occasional chest pain and palpitations. She has limited cutaneoussystemic sclerosis with Raynaud phenomenon and gastroesophageal refluxdisease. Click to see the physical and lab results and see if you can choose the bestnext step.