Lower Esophageal Pressure

    Last Updated: August 16, 2022

    Lower esophageal pressure can be used to measure the function of the lower esophageal sphincter, which may have impaired function in conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

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    Examine Database: Lower Esophageal Pressure

    Ginger
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    Small Decrease
    Melatonin
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    Moderate Increase
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    Examine Database References

    1. Melatonin - Kandil TS, Mousa AA, El-Gendy AA, Abbas AMThe potential therapeutic effect of melatonin in Gastro-Esophageal Reflux DiseaseBMC Gastroenterol.(2010 Jan 18)
    2. Ginger - Lohsiriwat S, Rukkiat M, Chaikomin R, Leelakusolvong SEffect of ginger on lower esophageal sphincter pressureJ Med Assoc Thai.(2010 Mar)