| GERD |
Reflux of acid and stomach contents into the esophagus. Many patients have small amount of GE RD. However, when the amount of GERD is increased, inflammation and damage to the esophagus occur. GERD is commonly treated with Proton Pump Inhibitors and evaluated with endoscopy.
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| GERD |
stomach acid that rises up in the esophagus and irritates the vocal folds
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| GERD |
a condition caused when the acid-containing contents of the stomach travel back into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation (heartburn).
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| GERD |
A condition characterized by symptoms and/or tissue damage that results from repeated or prolonged exposure of the lining of the esophagus to acidic contents from the stomach.
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| GERD |
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease - frequent heartburn (two or more times a week), food sticking, blood or weight loss may be associated with a more severe problem known as gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD.
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