As we discuss this blog topic, it’s important to keep in mind that smoking is a lifestyle factor that affects reflux, but it also affects much more than this. If you or a loved one smokes, it’s likely that you or they are aware of all of the complications of smoking. Let’s focus solely on smoking as acid reflux and GERD agitators, keeping in mind that untreated GERD can lead to conditions like esophageal cancer, Barrett's esophagus, and more. In this post, we will answer questions like does nicotine increase stomach acid, does smoking weaken your esophagus, and does acid reflux go away after quitting smoking?

Lifestyle Tips On How To Treat A Hiatal Hernia

Are you experiencing symptoms as a result of your hernia and/or your GERD? If so, an improvement in your lifestyle habits can go a long way towards alleviating these symptoms and making your condition a bit more manageable. It’s important to remember, though, that surgery is the only way to fully correct either condition. Here are some lifestyle tips on how to treat a hiatal hernia.

Understanding Esophageal Ulcers

Do you have chest pain and severe heartburn? If so, you may be confused about what’s going on; in fact, this condition we’re discussing today often gets mistaken for other conditions. In this post, we’ll discuss the answers to some common questions we hear here at the Tampa Bay Reflux Center: what causes esophageal ulcers, what does it feel like to have an esophageal ulcer, and how do you know if you have an esophageal ulcer?

Could Botox Really Treat My Achalasia?

Achalasia is a disorder of the lower esophageal sphincter (or esophagus itself) in which patients have a hard time swallowing. Achalasia sufferers may also have other symptoms, such as acid reflux. In this post, we’ll briefly discuss the different treatment options available for achalasia, and hone in on one popular treatment: Botox injections. We’ll also answer the following common questions: how successful is Botox for achalasia, does Botox help with achalasia, and how long does Botox last for achalasia?

How to Reduce Your Symptoms of GERD Before a Date Night

Let’s take a look at some common questions about GERD that may affect what decisions you make during your next date: how can I relax my GERD at night, what relieves GERD right away, and what makes GERD worse at night?