AI can predict certain forms of esophageal and stomach cancer. In the United States and other western countries, a form of esophageal and stomach cancer has risen dramatically over the last five ...

Esophageal cancer is a tumor that forms inside the esophagus. This tube starts in the back of the throat, goes through the ...

For years, my 80-year-old aunt has been suffering from profound reflux problems that result in vomiting. Her esophagus was surgically detached from her stomach for over a year. Now that it is ...

Foods such as citrus fruits and greasy fast food can trigger heartburn. Eating habits such as overeating can also intensify symptoms of heartburn or acid reflux. Let’s take a look at five foods that ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What is the difference between bile reflux and acid reflux? Bile reflux involves fluid from the small intestine flowing into the stomach and esophagus. Acid reflux is backflow of ...

If you have acid reflux, your day-to-day habits can make a big difference. These tips can help make things better. If you’ve ever had that burning, uncomfortable sensation in your chest after a meal, ...

IN THIS MORNING’S MEDICAL ALERT, APRIL IS ESOPHAGEAL AWARENESS MONTH. AND HERE TO TELL US ABOUT THE DISEASE, WHO IT AFFECTS, AND THE WARNING SIGNS IS PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE ESOPHAGEAL CANCER ACTION ...

Intestinal metaplasia is a condition involving cell changes in the upper digestive tract lining. Helicobacter pylori infection is the greatest risk factor for developing intestinal metaplasia. There ...

Drinking coffee on an empty stomach may raise the risk of increased stomach acidity and gastrointestinal discomfort. It may also affect hormone levels.

The cardia is the entrance to the stomach at the bottom of the esophagus. Food and liquids initially pass through the cardia before entering the stomach. The cardia is one of four main parts of the ...