Understanding the LINX Treatment for GERD
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Understanding the LINX Treatment for GERD

GERD stands for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and is a fairly common digestive disorder. It’s a backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus and can lead to symptoms like: Heartburn Regurgitation Chest pain Dr. Malladi is a board-certified surgeon specializing in minimally invasive bariatric, obesity, and general surgery. She is well-known for her surgical expertise…

What To Expect After Reflux Surgery
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What To Expect After Reflux Surgery

Acid reflux surgery treats the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) at their source. We perform this surgery laparoscopically, using small incisions and a tiny camera to make the changes needed to treat your acid reflux. After surgery, you may experience some pain or discomfort, and you will need to adjust your diet to minimize…

How to Get Your Family to Support Your Weight Loss Journey
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How to Get Your Family to Support Your Weight Loss Journey

While losing weight requires personal commitment, it always helps to have support. Your family can be a great support to you. Following are some ideas on how to involve your family in your weight loss journey. Discuss Your Needs Openly First, it helps to talk about it openly with your family. Make a list of…

Benefits of the LINX System for Treating GERD
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Benefits of the LINX System for Treating GERD

If you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you know how difficult it is to cope with the symptoms. You are not alone in your discomfort – in fact, the American College of Gastroenterology estimates that 60 million Americans experience GERD every single month. Approximately 1 in 5 U.S. adults suffer from this condition and…

New Study Finds a Link Between Appendicitis and GERD
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New Study Finds a Link Between Appendicitis and GERD

Researchers from Taipei, Taiwan, have published a groundbreaking study that suggests patients with appendicitis have a higher prevalence of prior gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD. This 2016 study, titled “Association between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Appendicitis: A Population-Based Case-Control Study,” offers multiple opportunities for doctors to diagnose and assess patients who suffer from…

GERD Awareness Week is November 18-24, 2018
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GERD Awareness Week is November 18-24, 2018

Every year around the Thanksgiving holiday, the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) seeks to shed light on Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD.  During this time in particular, IFFGD encourages people with GERD symptoms to learn more about the condition and see a physician for assistance. What is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a common…

Acid Reflux Medication Dependence & Misuse
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Acid Reflux Medication Dependence & Misuse

A 2001 study by the American Gastroenterological Association found that prescription and over-the-counter medications to treat acid reflux account for over $11 billion in pharmaceutical sales. This staggering number should come as no surprise given the fact that one-third of the American population suffers from acid reflux. These medications are designed to do one thing:…

Risks of Chronic GERD
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Risks of Chronic GERD

Do you suffer from these annoying symptoms of gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD), even though you take medication for this condition? Heartburn, Hoarseness or sore throat, Difficulty swallowing, Acid backflow, or Sensation of congestion or a lump in the throat? Did you know that over time, these symptoms could cause more serious health complications? Are…