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Heartburn / GERD Heartburn / GERD Symptoms / Diagnosis Get Relief Burn-Free Diet From Sharon Gillson, your Guide to Heartburn / GERD Barrett's esophagus, one complication that may occur in patients with GERD, may increase a patient's risk of developing esophageal cancer. Early detection is important. New Form of Endoscopic Scanning Has Improved the Detection of a Precancerous Condition Barrett's esophagus, a possible complication of long-term or under-treated Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a primary risk factor for esophageal cancer. Now, a new endoscopic scanning technique developed by scientists in the Biomedical Imaging and Spectroscopy Laboratory (BISL) at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC - at Harvard Medical School) has proven successful in the early detection of dysplasia in Barrett's esophagus. Read more... What is Barrett's esophagus Esophageal cancer What you need to know about GERD Do Antacids and Other O-T-C Remedies Work on Heartburn? There are antacids and some acid blockers (also called H2 blockers) that are available over the counter. Antacids and H2 blockers both ease heartburn, but they work in different ways. Read more... When do you need an antacid? What are H2 blockers? Proton Pump Inhibitors Home Remedies for Heartburn Millions of people will suffer from heartburn each week. There are treatment options available, but for many people, they prefer to use a natural, home remedy to treat their heartburn. Read more... Apple Cider Vinegar Baking Soda DGL Licorice What Are the Causes of Heartburn? Frequent heartburn may be a symptom of a more serious problem called gastroesophageal reflux disease. But what can trigger this symptom of heartburn? Read more Foods that often trigger heartburn Pregnancy and heartburn GERD and asthma Heartburn / GERD Ads Gerd Acid Reflux Heartburn A Gerd Diet Foods for Gerd Gerd Treatment 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 Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. 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 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads What is Heartburn? Symptoms of Heartburn Diagnosis of Heartburn Treatment of Heartburn What Causes Heartburn Advertisement