You’ve heard of acid reflux — in which stomach acid or bile begins to irritate your esophagus, causing a burning feeling in your chest. You may have even heard of Gastrointestinal Reflux Disease (GERD), a chronic disease often plagued by acid reflux. But what you may never have heard of is “silent reflux.” Sometimes called […]

All parents know that spitting-up is a normal part of infant life, and it is true that a little reflux is an expected part of your child’s earliest years. This is because your baby’s digestive system is brand new and still developing. However, more severe problems could indicate GERD disease, or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), […]