Personal Story
Linda’s personal story of living with silent reflux I am a 60 year old female. My illness started about a year ago. My only symptoms are a cough and the feeling of needing to clear my throat. That’s it. No indigestion or burning in my throat. At the very beginning, I would have these coughing […]
The H2 blockers (also called H2 antagonists) were the first effective drugs for peptic ulcer. In the 1980s, they were the mainstay of treatment for ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Now, antibiotics cure non-NSAID ulcers, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are better for GERD. Therefore, H2 antagonists face an uncertain future as prescription drugs. […]
Barrett’s esophagus is a condition marked by an abnormality in the lining of the lower esophagus. It is believed to be due to severe, longstanding, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Significantly, most people with GERD have no such abnormality. Nevertheless, the presence of Barrett’s esophagus is an important observation since those who have it are at […]
Anti-reflux medications are highly effective and serve as an important foundation for the treatment of bothersome GERD-related symptoms. Three common medications for the treatment of GERD are H2 Blockers, Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs), Potassium competitive acid blockers (PCABs) and Promotility agents. H2 blockers H2 blockers reduce the amount of acid produced in the stomach and […]
Is surgery an option for you? Surgery is an alternative that is generally applied when long-term medical treatment is either ineffective or undesirable, or when certain complications of GERD are present. When considering surgery as a treatment for GERD a thorough review of all aspects of the procedure with a gastroenterologist (a physician who specializes […]
Background of IFFGD’s Travel Awards IFFGD first offered Travel Awards in 2023. To date, we have presented Awards to 36 young investigators from around the world. These Awards recognize the accomplishments of investigators who are engaged in significant research in the field of functional gastrointestinal (GI) disease. Our intent is to encourage the participation of […]
It is important to recognize that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a disease that should not be ignored or self-treated. Heartburn, the most frequent symptom, is so common that its significance may be underestimated, casually dismissed, and not associated with a disease – like GERD. In studies that measure emotional well-being, people with unresolved GERD […]
The 2024 Virtual Digestive Health Wellness & Walk held Saturday, July 6, 2024 – Saturday, July 13, 2024 is a charitable event to raise money to support gastrointestinal illness research.
Like a traditional walk, participants register to be active to get credit for steps taken during the event. However, this event goes beyond a step goal by also awarding points to participants for self-care, wellness, and outreach activities.
By adding these alternative activities, we hope that anyone that wants to participate, can participate. #Moves4GIhealth24
Personal Story
T’S Personal Story with GERD: “Off and on pain for years. Seems to be triggered by anxiety and depression.” Off and on pain for years. Seems to be triggered by anxiety and depression. Sitting in church today and can’t focus because my stomach and chest are hurting. Burning sensation. So annoying. Taking pantoprazole but it […]