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.
Myth No. 1: I can get HIV by being around people who are HIV-positive. The evidence shows that HIV is not spread through touch, tears, sweat, or saliva. You can get it from infected blood, semen, vaginal fluid, or mother's milk.