Barrett’s Esophagus is a condition where the lining of the esophagus is replaced with tissue cells like those in…
Discomforting Heart Burn
Heart burn is what we call the discomfort/pain that is caused by the contents of the stomach as they travel up into the lower part of the esophagus, also known as the gullet. The burning sensation that is felt is due to the acidic nature of the contents of our stomach, which the gullet is not meant to withstand. The presence of the acid in the gullet causes it to become irritated and imflamed. The lower part…