A simple burning sensation could mean more than you think and it’s not related to heart, says Harvard-trained gut doctor

Chronic heartburn, often caused by stomach acid reflux, can lead to serious health issues like esophageal cancer, as ...

Esophageal cancer or GERD? The overlapping symptoms, and the one thing that sets them apart

Heartburn is common, but persistent chest discomfort or difficulty swallowing could signal serious issues. Gastroesophageal ...
Managed Healthcare Executive

Current Guideline Definitions of Barrett’s Esophagus May Fall Short in Detecting Esophageal Cancers

Barrett’s esophagus is a precursor to esophageal cancer, with early detection improving survival rates significantly. Definitions of Barrett’s esophagus vary, impacting esophageal cancer detection ...
Medscape

Eosinophilic Esophagitis Antibody Therapy Shows Promise

LAS VEGAS — RPC4046, a new anti-interleukin (IL)-13 monoclonal antibody, significantly reduced eosinophilic counts in patients with eosinophilic esophagitis at 16 weeks compared with placebo, in the ...
Women's Health

'RHOBH' Star Sutton Stracke Says She Has An 'Esophagus Disorder'—Here’s What That Could Mean

There’s a lot to unpack during this season of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, including a few marriages on the rocks. But there’s also a whole thing happening between Kyle Richards and Sutton ...