The primary cause of GERD is a malfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter. When the lower esophageal sphincter is weakened or not functioning well, it allows stomach acid and food back into the esophagus. This irritates the esophagus, which doesn't have the same, tough lining that the stomach has.When the esophagus is irritated, it can result in heartburn.nderstanding the esophagus and the lower esophageal sphincter and why the lower esophageal sphincter might not be working properly is key to understanding GERD, however. Nearly everyone who has GERD is familiar with its main symptom, burning, uncomfortable heartburn caused by the reflux of acid into the esophagus.
Charlie Sheen reportedly fears he caught HIV from a transsexual. The actor, who revealed last week he'd had the disease for four years, hinted that he had an idea of how he contracted it. A source revealed: Charlie has for a long time had a fascination with Â­transsexual men.
Born and raised in the United States by immigrant parents, he adopted the stage name Martin Sheen to help him gain acting parts. He is the father of four children (Emilio, RamÃ³n, Carlosâaka Charlie Sheenâand RenÃ©e), all of whom are actors. Although known as an actor, Sheen also has directed one film, Cadence (1990), appearing alongside sons Charlie and RamÃ³n.