Medical articles of Oesophagitis

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the oesophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation and discomfort. If left untreated, it can l...

An oesophageal stricture can make swallowing very difficult or uncomfortable. In this article, a talented endoscopist and consultant gastroenterologist explains this condition, and how patients can fe...

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), commonly referred to as acid reflux, occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube connecting the mouth and stomach (oesophagus). For those wit...

The risk of developing serious complications from GORD, such as cancer of the oesophagus, is a concerning prospect. Particularly as acid reflux is becoming more common. Here to offer a comprehensi...

Managing daily life with GORD, surgical options and its possible complications are explained in part three of this series of articles by consultant physician and gastroenterology specialist, Dr Andrew...

In this three-part article series, consultant physician and gastroenterology specialist, Dr Andrew Thillainayagam and Dr Neil Galletly, clinical research fellow, consider the impact of gastro-oesophag...

Bulimia nervosa (bulimia, for short) was first identified as a problem in the early 80’s. It has attracted a variety of different definitions. Dr Catherine Sykes talks about the five key features of b...