New Clinical Trials for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

While a lot is known about Gastroesophageal reflux disease there is still a lot this is not understood about the correlation between heartburn, the amount of damage to the esophagus and the number of bouts of Gastroesophageal reflux disease. For this reason there is a need for ongoing Gastroesophageal reflux disease clinical studies.

If you suffer from Gastroesophageal reflux disease perhaps you can help find relief for you and the millions of others who suffer from this uncomfortable ailment. There are ongoing Gastroesophageal reflux disease clinical trials that you can participate in at no cost to you. Simply review the list of current trials and contact us if you think you may qualify.

What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is known by several names including gastro-oesophageal reflux disorder (GORD), gastric reflux disease, and acid reflux disease. It occurs when stomach acid repeatedly comes up into the esophagus and causes damage. A common symptom of Gastroesophageal reflux disease is heartburn. The symptoms may last just a short time or in many cases they become chronic. Some sufferers also vomit as a result of the Gastroesophageal reflux disease.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Treatments

In many cases Gastroesophageal reflux disease can be prevented with diet and other lifestyle changes. Eating smaller, more frequent meals instead of larger meals is recommended. Not eating a few hours before bed has proven beneficial. Sleeping with the entire upper body slightly raised can also help. If these changes don’t help in treating Gastroesophageal reflux disease there are several drugs that may be prescribed. Proton pump inhibitors stop acid production where it originates from, thus alleviating the problem. Antacids and alginic acid are also often prescribed to treat Gastroesophageal reflux disease. In extreme cases surgery may be required.