Distinguish between bile reflux and acid reflux can be difficult

ESTIMATED MAYO CLINIC: What is the difference between bile reflux and acid reflux? Response from Dr. Jeffrey Alexander, Gastroenterology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, United States: Bile reflux refers to the fluid from the small intestine that flows into the stomach and esophagus. Acid reflux,...

Alternatives to control acid reflux

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: To alleviate my severe acid reflux problems, I made an envelope of the esophagus, which is now surging, so the symptoms have returned. I was wondering if there will be other alternatives for treatment or procedures. Dr. Ronald A. Hinder, General Surgery, Mayo Clinic Jacksonville,...