Barrett’s Esophagus is a condition where the lining of the esophagus is replaced with tissue cells like those in the intestine. However there are no known symptoms or problems directly associated with having Barrett’s Esophagus. So you may be asking yourself what’s the point of knowing what is it and why should you care if…
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When the upper part of the stomach pokes through the esophageal hiatus, because of a weakness in its muscles, hiatal hernia occurs. The esophageal hiatus is the opening in the diaphragm through which the esophagus enters the abdominal cavity. At the esophagus’ end there is the lower esophageal sphincter which has the role of a…
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Acid Reflux or Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the liquid content of the stomach backs up or refluxes into the esophagus. The liquid can inflame and damage the lining of the esophagus. This regurgitated liquid mainly contains acid and pepsin, both being produced by the stomach. It may also contain bile.…
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