There are two primary types of reflux surgery available for patients with GERD which we perform here at Tampa Bay Reflux Center: Lap Nissen Fundoplication, and the LINX surgery. Both are either minimally invasive or noninvasive, are performed as outpatient procedures here in our office, and have proven incredibly effective in the treatment of GERD.
Read MoreDoes alcohol cause heartburn for you? If so, you’re not alone. While some patients with GERD and other acid reflux symptoms choose to forgo alcohol completely, it can be nice to have a drink with friends or after the kids go to bed at the end of a long day. The consumption of alcohol is a personal choice; above all, we encourage you to listen to your body and know your own limits when it comes to drinking and the associated acid reflux symptoms.
Read MoreAcid reflux affects millions of Americans every day. Symptoms of acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are uncomfortable and can interfere with your everyday life. While specific triggers for acid reflux vary from person to person, there are notable trigger foods and drinks you can avoid to alleviate the effects of your acid reflux or GERD.
Read MoreIf you have been diagnosed with GERD or any other digestive issue, there are several GERD diagnostic tests that your doctor can recommend, among them the barium swallow. A barium swallow test can diagnose several conditions, but we want to focus on how it can help diagnose GERD. This blog discusses what a barium swallow is, what happens during it and what to expect from a barium swallow.
Read MoreIf you struggle with acid reflux, you may have tried any number of different treatment methods; we’re talking diets, wedge pillows, ginger tea, and PPI after PPI. For some people, nothing seems to work. At this point, it may be time to consider a physical procedure that addresses the problem directly. LINX surgery is one of our minimally-invasive procedures that can help you get your GERD under control!
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