{"product_id":"how-to-manage-gerd-jacob-rosenberg-9798186624233","title":"How to manage GERD: 2nd edition","description":"\u003cb\u003eAn updated second edition of a clear, practical guide to understanding and managing gastroesophageal reflux disease.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD-is one of the most common digestive disorders. It may cause occasional heartburn, but it can also lead to persistent regurgitation, chest discomfort, disturbed sleep, chronic cough, hoarseness, swallowing difficulties, and a substantial reduction in quality of life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this updated second edition of How to Manage GERD: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Can Be Beaten, surgeon Jacob Rosenberg explains what causes reflux, how the condition is diagnosed, and how treatment can be adapted to the individual patient. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWritten in straightforward and accessible language, the book helps readers understand: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy reflux occurs and how the lower esophageal sphincter works\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe difference between occasional reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical symptoms, atypical symptoms, and important warning signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe roles of gastroscopy, pH monitoring, and trial treatment with acid-suppressing medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat lifestyle changes may-and may not-achieve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow antacids, H2-receptor antagonists, and proton pump inhibitors are used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for initial treatment and long-term symptom control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen endoscopic treatment or anti-reflux surgery may be considered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplications such as esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, strictures, and bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow GERD can affect the throat, voice, lungs, and teeth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eThe book also includes patient cases that demonstrate how reflux disease may present differently from one person to another and why treatment must be individualized. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book is intended for people living with reflux symptoms, relatives and caregivers, and anyone seeking a reliable and understandable introduction to GERD. It offers a balanced overview of the available diagnostic and treatment options while emphasizing a reassuring message: GERD can usually be controlled, and an effective treatment can be found for almost every patient.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jacob Rosenberg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798186624233\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/10\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 46\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.12lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.10d","brand":"Jacob Rosenberg","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49174258090239,"sku":"9798186624233","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ec1abaef-d313-45d2-94cd-e86d51770a17.jpg?v=1788958714","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/how-to-manage-gerd-jacob-rosenberg-9798186624233","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}