The FDA is considering a petition the Esophageal Cancer Action Network (ECAN) filed calling for warning labels on antacids to clearly state that they can mask symptoms of esophageal cancer.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (also known as GERD, acid-reflux or heart burn) can be more than just a nuisance after eating a spicy dinner. Dr. Francesco Palazzo MD, FACS, Chief of Surgery at Jefferson’s Methodist Hospital and Vice Chair of the Jefferson Department of Surgery answered some questions about prevention and treatment.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Awareness Week is observed each year during the week of Thanksgiving, a fitting time as Americans prepare to indulge in the holiday season.
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Jefferson University Hospitals Staff on Monday, April 1st, 2013 in Digestive Diseases, Events.
At this free Jefferson at the Navy Yard event gastroenterologist Anthony Infantolino, MD, director of the Jefferson Barrett’s Esophagus Treatment Center discussing how frequent heartburn can lead to other health problems.
He will also review risk factors and discuss new treatment options.
A free event at which Dr. Anthony Infantolino will explain how frequent heartburn, or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), can damage and alter the lining of the esophagus, making it more prone to becoming cancerous as well as new treatment options for Barrett’s esophagus.