The lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is situated at the entrance of the stomach. This muscle generally closes as soon food penetrates in it. If LES remains open for a long time then an acid is generated in the stomach that reaches the esophagus and causes a burning sensation called heartburn. If a patient is suffering the ailment and has regular [...]

GERD stands for Gastroeasophageal Reflux Disease. The Oesophagus is a part of the digestive tract that carries the food from the mouth to the stomach. The oesophagus contains a sphincter that regulates the passage of food in and out of the oesophagus. Sometimes the opening and closing of this sphincter is spontaneous which causes the food along with the digestive [...]