Frequent heartburn may be a warning sign of a more dangerous condition, doctor says

[ad_1] NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! For most people, heartburn is an occasional annoyance and source of temporary discomfort. But for some, chronic heartburn can lead to more dangerous conditions — potentially even pre-cancerous ones. About 10% of people with chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) will develop Barrett’s esophagus, a condition where … Read more

Expert warns of ‘silent epidemic’ that puts men’s health at serious risk

[ad_1] NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! While gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) affects both men and women, men tend to experience more severe symptoms and complications. Studies show that men have higher acid exposure and are nearly twice as likely to develop Barrett’s esophagus, a condition that can lead to esophageal cancer if … Read more