--- title: Dr. Starpoli blog on GI disorders | Reflux description: Reflux | Dr. Starpoli blog about acid reflux, heartburn,GERD, stomach pain, hemorrhoids, colon cancer and bleeding --- [![Header Logo](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GVG_Deep%20Blue.png?width=194&height=96&name=GVG_Deep%20Blue.png "Header Logo")](https://www.starpoli.com) - [Reflux / Heartburn](https://www.starpoli.com/reflux-gerd-heartburn) - [Acid Reflux / Heartburn](https://www.starpoli.com/heartburn) - [GERDX](https://www.starpoli.com/gerdx) - [The EsophyX TIF Procedure](https://www.starpoli.com/esophyx) - [Stretta](https://www.starpoli.com/stretta) - [GERD Treatment Options](https://www.starpoli.com/gerd-options) - [BARRX Ablation Procedure](https://www.starpoli.com/treating-barretts-esophagus-0) - [Treating Barrett's Esophagus](https://www.starpoli.com/treating-barretts-esophagus) - [Abdominal Pain](https://www.starpoli.com/helio) - [Gastritis / Helicobacter Pylori](https://www.starpoli.com/helio) - [Peptic Ulcer Disease](https://www.starpoli.com/peptic) - [IBS / Constipation](https://www.starpoli.com/irritable-bowel-syndrome-nyc) - [Irritable Bowel Syndrome](https://www.starpoli.com/irritable-bowel-syndrome-nyc) - [Constipation](https://www.starpoli.com/constip) - [Lactose Intolerance](https://www.starpoli.com/lactose) - [Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)](https://www.starpoli.com/bacterial) - [Fecal Incontinence and Solesta](https://www.starpoli.com/fecal-incontinence-and-solesta) - [Probiotic Supplements](https://www.starpoli.com/probiotics) - [Hemorrhoids](https://www.starpoli.com/hemorrhoids) - [Hemorrhoids / CRH Hemorrhoidal Banding](https://www.starpoli.com/hemorrhoids) - [Infrared Coagulation](https://www.starpoli.com/hemorrhoids) - [Colitis](https://www.starpoli.com/colitis) - [Colon Polyps & Cancer](https://www.starpoli.com/colon) - [Liver Disorders (e.g. Hepatitis)](https://www.starpoli.com/hepatis) - [Weight Loss](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Overweight Facts](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Intragastric Balloons for Weight Control](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Gastric Bypass Failure - Revision & Repair](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [Nutritional & Behavioral Weight Management](https://www.stopobesity.com) - [BMI Calculator](https://www.starpoli.com/obesity-0/bmi-calculator) - Procedures - [GERDX](https://www.starpoli.com/gerdx) - [The EsophyX TIF Procedure](https://www.starpoli.com/esophyx) - [Stretta](https://www.starpoli.com/stretta) - [Stomach Balloons for Obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/obesity-balloons) - [Endoscopic Suturing for Obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/esg) - [CRH Hemorrhoidal Banding](https://www.starpoli.com/roids-0) - [Colonoscopy](https://www.starpoli.com/procedures/colonoscopy) - [Upper Endoscopy](https://www.starpoli.com/procedures/upper-endoscopy) - [BARRX Ablation Procedure](https://www.starpoli.com/treating-barretts-esophagus-0-0) - [Radiation Change Therapy](https://www.starpoli.com/radiation) - [Infrared Coagulation](https://www.starpoli.com/roids-0) - Aesthetics - [Medical Body Shaping of the Hudson Valley](https://www.hvbodyshaping.com) - Store and media - [Health Supplements & More](https://www.starpoli.com/supplements) - [Dr. Radio](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/dr-radio) - [In the News](https://www.starpoli.com/files-links) - [Video Forum](https://www.starpoli.com/forum) - [Dr. Starpoli's Blog](https://www.starpoli.com/blog) # Dr. Starpoli's Blog - [GERD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/gerd) - [Reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/reflux) - [colon cancer](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/colon-cancer) - [atypical reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/atypical-reflux) - [colon polyps](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/colon-polyps) - [dietary suggestions](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/dietary-suggestions) - [EsophyX](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/esophyx) - [Obesity](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/topic/obesity) [![ppis-causing-bone-fracture-is-not-proven-ppis-are-not-risk-free](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/file-14342168-jpg/images/mp900387804.jpg?width=476&height=549&name=mp900387804.jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/side-effects-of-proton-pump-inhibitor-therapy-for-gerd) [PPIs causing bone fracture is not proven.  PPIs are not risk free.](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/side-effects-of-proton-pump-inhibitor-therapy-for-gerd) ** October, 19 2022 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Proton pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy is a miracle in the eyes of many people suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) also known... [Read More PPIs causing bone fracture is not proven.  PPIs are not risk free.** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/side-effects-of-proton-pump-inhibitor-therapy-for-gerd) [![a-beginner's-guide-to-tif-for-gerd-everything-to-know](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/mc900438737_!-4%20(1).jpg?width=476&height=549&name=mc900438737_!-4%20(1).jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/a-beginners-guide-to-tif-for-gerd-everything-to-know) [A Beginner's Guide to TIF for GERD: Everything to Know](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/a-beginners-guide-to-tif-for-gerd-everything-to-know) ** January, 25 2021 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) [Read More A Beginner's Guide to TIF for GERD: Everything to Know** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/a-beginners-guide-to-tif-for-gerd-everything-to-know) [![the-many-dangers-(and-solutions)-to-untreated-acid-reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/file-599168658%20%281%29.jpg?width=476&height=549&name=file-599168658%20%281%29.jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/the-many-dangers-and-solutions-to-untreated-acid-reflux) [The Many Dangers (And Solutions) to Untreated Acid Reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/the-many-dangers-and-solutions-to-untreated-acid-reflux) ** February, 24 2020 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Over 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month. Chances are, you're one of these Americans. [Read More The Many Dangers (And Solutions) to Untreated Acid Reflux** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/the-many-dangers-and-solutions-to-untreated-acid-reflux) [![incisionless-anti-reflux-therapy-a-chance-to-stop-your-reflux-drugs](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/acid_reflux-resized-600_1-1.png?width=476&height=549&name=acid_reflux-resized-600_1-1.png) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/incisionless-anti-reflux-therapy-a-chance-to-stop-your-reflux-drugs) [Incisionless Anti-reflux Therapy: a chance to stop your reflux drugs.](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/incisionless-anti-reflux-therapy-a-chance-to-stop-your-reflux-drugs) ** June, 5 2019 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a life-affecting condition that affects as many as 20% of the population. Given the prevalence of GERD, the... [Read More Incisionless Anti-reflux Therapy: a chance to stop your reflux drugs.** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/incisionless-anti-reflux-therapy-a-chance-to-stop-your-reflux-drugs) [![lose-weight-how-to-avoid-acid-reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/document12_1.webp?width=476&height=549&name=document12_1.webp) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/lose-weight-how-to-avoid-acid-reflux) [Lose weight - How to Avoid Acid Reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/lose-weight-how-to-avoid-acid-reflux) ** February, 9 2015 **[Anthony Starpoli](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-starpoli) Gastrointestinal issues, such as heartburn and acid reflux are no picnic. You feel a burning in your chest, the uncomfortable sting of stomach acids... [Read More Lose weight - How to Avoid Acid Reflux** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/lose-weight-how-to-avoid-acid-reflux) [![chest-pain-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/document12%20(4)_1%20(1).jpg?width=476&height=549&name=document12%20(4)_1%20(1).jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/chest-pain-11-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) [Chest pain - Surprising Symptoms of Acid Reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/chest-pain-11-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) ** August, 18 2014 **[Anthony Starpoli](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-starpoli) Chest pain is never something to treat lightly and should always be checked out by a doctor. But what happens when your heart is in perfect working... [Read More Chest pain - Surprising Symptoms of Acid Reflux** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/chest-pain-11-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) [![asthma-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/document12%20(4)_1%20(1).jpg?width=476&height=549&name=document12%20(4)_1%20(1).jpg) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/asthma-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) [Asthma - Surprising Symptoms of Acid Reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/asthma-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) ** August, 12 2014 **[Anthony Starpoli](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-starpoli) GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a back flow of acidic content that enters the esophagus from the stomach. When the esophagal sphincter... [Read More Asthma - Surprising Symptoms of Acid Reflux** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/asthma-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) [![hoarseness-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/acid_reflux-resized-600_1.png?width=476&height=549&name=acid_reflux-resized-600_1.png) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/hoarseness-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) [Hoarseness - Surprising Symptoms of Acid Reflux](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/hoarseness-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) ** July, 31 2014 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) Acid reflux is something everyone deals with at one time or another, it seems. Spicy food, rich food or just eating too much food at once can cause... [Read More Hoarseness - Surprising Symptoms of Acid Reflux** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/hoarseness-surprising-symptoms-of-acid-reflux) [![five-factors-implicated-in-the-rise-in-esophageal-cancer](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/esophageal_cancer_pic-resized-600_1-1.webp?width=476&height=549&name=esophageal_cancer_pic-resized-600_1-1.webp) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/5-factors-implicated-in-the-rise-in-esophageal-cancer-ezine-articles) [Five Factors Implicated in the Rise in Esophageal Cancer](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/5-factors-implicated-in-the-rise-in-esophageal-cancer-ezine-articles) ** July, 1 2014 **[Anthony A. Starpoli, MD](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/anthony-a-starpoli-md) One type of cancer appears to be on the rise dramatically: Esophageal cancer. Despite a drop in smoking and other risk factors, the disease continues... [Read More Five Factors Implicated in the Rise in Esophageal Cancer** ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/5-factors-implicated-in-the-rise-in-esophageal-cancer-ezine-articles) [![reflux-and-esophageal-cancer](https://www.starpoli.com/hs-fs/hubfs/cancer-of-oesophagus-_1.webp?width=476&height=549&name=cancer-of-oesophagus-_1.webp) ](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/110689/reflux-and-esophageal-cancer) [Reflux and Esophageal Cancer](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/bid/110689/reflux-and-esophageal-cancer) ** May, 16 2014 **[Rachel Jones](https://www.starpoli.com/blog/author/rachel-jones) Esophageal cancer is most often caused by either squamous cell carcinoma along the inner lining of the esophagus or by adenocarcinoma, malignant... 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