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Heartburn / GERD Heartburn / GERD Symptoms / Diagnosis Get Relief Burn-Free Diet From Sharon Gillson, your Guide to Heartburn / GERD Knowing what you are up against can help you better handle a situation. The same applies to a medical condition. Learn the basics of GERD, hiatal hernias, and peptic ulcers. Also learn the answers to commonly asked questions about heartburn. GERD Basics Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus. How is it diagnosed, and what treatments can help? Read more... Nonerosive Reflux Disease (NERD) Refractory Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (Refractory GERD) Hiatal Hernia Basics A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes through an opening in the diaphragm, and up into the chest. This opening is called a esophageal hiatus or diaphragmatic hiatus. Read more... Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Upper Endoscopy Peptic Ulcer Basics Peptic ulcers can cause a variety of symptoms, and these vary from patient to patient. Some patients with ulcers have minimal, unusual, or even no symptoms at all. Others may have every symptom. This is why it is very important to consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Read more... Peptic Ulcers in Children Complications of Peptic Ulcers Frequently Asked Questions About Heartburn Despite the name, heartburn has nothing to do with the heart. Heartburn is a digestive problem that occurs when stomach acid comes into contact with the lining of the esophagus, causing irritation. Here are the most asked questions about heartburn: Read more... Heartburn friendly Recipes Quick Ways to Prevent Heartburn Heartburn / GERD Ads Reflux Acid Reflux Foods Heartburn Gerd Gerd Diet Foods for Gerd 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