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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD, or GORD when -oesophageal, the BE form, is substituted) is injury to the esophagus that develops from chronic exposure of the esophagus to acid coming up from the stomach (reflux). In contrast, heartburn is the symptom of acid in the esophagus, characterized by a burning discomfort behind the breastbone (sternum). ...
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a condition in which acid from the stomach flows backward into the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms
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Esophageal irritation or inflammation often due to stomach acid that backs up into the esophagus. This can occur when the circular band of muscle between the esophagus and stomach (lower esophageal sphincter) relaxes abnormally or weakens. See also heartburn.
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a condition in which stomach contents, including acid, back up (reflux) into the esophagus, causing inflammation and damage to the esophagus. GERD can lead to scarring of the esophagus, and may increase the risk of cancer of the esophagus in some patients.
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