Fight the NERD

There are a number of different gastrointestinal issues that affect millions of people on a daily basis. Doctors and pharmacologists work tirelessly to produce methods that provide comfort and relief from the symptoms. The expert doctors and researchers at Investigative Research Clinic (ICR) are currently performing clinical trials to neutralize the effects of NERD (Non-erosive Reflux Disease).

Not to be confused with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), NERD does come from the same family of diseases as GERD. GERD occurs when the esophageal sphincter on the lower side of the stomach does not close properly. This allows stomach contents to leak back into the esophagus.

GERD

GERD often presents itself as a condition that inflames the esophagus by creating erosion and ulcers. NERD on the other hand, does not result in any esophageal damage. Patients may often confuse GERD for NERD as the two diseases have the same symptoms. One just causes more damage than the other.

Both of the conditions are treated similarly, which includes multiple lifestyle changes to allow any treatment to be effective. Patients need to focus on losing weight. The science behind this suggests that a gut of obese, or nearly obese conditions causes the extra weight on your waistline to apply abdominal pressure, which can push stomach contents up into the esophagus. Added to the condition of the lower esophageal sphincter, the chips start to add up.  It would be wise to keep your head elevated above your stomach, especially when sleeping.

By keeping your head at a higher level, it is more difficult for any of the stomach contents that cause your discomfort to get up into the esophagus. Smoking, alcohol, and certain foods, especially spicy or acidic ones, should be avoided. Keeping the size of the meal at reasonable portion sizes is helpful also.

ICR is working and conducting studies to cure or relieve the symptoms of NERD in a more direct and effective manner. While losing weight and quitting bad habits like smoking and drinking are good ideas for general health, life would be much simpler and more enjoyable if it did not require all of that work to live a pain-free life.

The doctors at ICR know that and are working to make your quality of life better. ICR has found recent studies using a new class of acid inhibitors that have shown to provide significant results after one dose. If you suffer from NERD and want to help improve your health, and the health of patients worldwide, please visit www.icrmd.com for more information.