About Heartburn / GERD: Living With Barrett's Esophagus

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Heartburn / GERD Heartburn / GERD Symptoms / Diagnosis Get Relief Burn-Free Diet From Sharon Gillson, your Guide to Heartburn / GERD The number of individuals diagnosed with Barrett's esophagus is still a small percentage of the total number of GERD patients. It is important, however, to know what this condition is and how it is treated. If you have already been diagnosed with Barrett's esophagus, please share your story with others. What is Barrett's Esophagus? Barrett's esophagus is a disorder in which the lining of the esophagus is damaged. This damage occurs when parts of the esophageal lining are repeatedly exposed to stomach acid, and are replaced by tissue that is similar to what is found intestine. This process is called intestinal metaplasia. Read more See More About:  barrett's esophagus  treating barrett's esophagus  complications of gerd Treating Barrett's Esophagus Currently, there are no medications that will reverse Barrett's esophagus. Treating underlying GERD, however, may slow the progress of the disease and help prevent complications. Read more See More About:  symptoms of barrett's esophagus  causes of barrett's esophagus  treating barrett's esophagus Have You Been Diaganosed with Barrett's Esophagus? Have you been diagnosed with Barrett's esophagus? You can share your experiences with symptoms, what prompted you to go to your doctor, and how a diagnosis was made. You can also read the stories from other individuals diagnosed with Barrett's esophagus. Read more See More About:  barrett's esophagus  treating barrett's esophagus  esophageal cancer Regis Philbin Suffering from Acid Reflux? Regis Philbin has reported that he has been suffering from acid reflux-type stomach problems, and is going to have a "scope" procedure to see what is going on. He has even asked Dr. Oz what he need to do for his heartburn symptoms. Read more Heartburn / GERD Ads Acid Reflux Heartburn Relief Heartburn Diet Gerd Diet Heartburn Symptoms Featured Articles Medications and Remedies Daily Life Cancer - Digestive System Screening Quizzes - Test Your Knowledge - FAQs Glossary of Heartburn-Related Terms Personal Stories   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More> This newsletter is written by: Sharon Gillson Heartburn / GERD Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Heartburn / GERD newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What is Heartburn? Symptoms of Heartburn Diagnosis of Heartburn Treatment of Heartburn What Causes Heartburn Advertisement