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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which food or liquid travels from the stomach back up into the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This partially digested material is usually acidic, and can irritate the esophagus, often causing heartburn and other symptoms.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 28, 2006
What Is GERD?If you feel a painful burning sensation in your chest after you eat, you may havegastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
What Is Acid Reflux?Do you have to clear your throat or cough often?
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease ("acid indigestion" or "heartburn"). It happens when stomach contents flow back up (reflux) into the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach).
Source:StayWell
Date:July 16, 2004
Tips to Control Acid RefluxTo controlacid reflux,you’ll need to make some basic diet and lifestyle changes. The simple steps outlined below may be all you’ll need to relieve discomfort.Watch What You EatAvoid fatty foods and spicy foods.Eat fewer ...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a gastric disorder which causes stomach acids to back up into the esophagus, the tube leading from the mouth to the stomach. This action causes pain , which is often called heartburn.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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