Introduction
Acid Reflux Disease (also known as GERD, or the colloquialism 'heartburn', though the disease has nothing to do with the heart) is a condition that causes a malfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter muscle (LES). As a result, stomach acid can leak into the esophagus causing a painful burning sensation.
What is Acid Reflux?
Acid Reflux happens when stomach acid leaks into the esophagus causing a painful burning sensation in the stomach, esophagus…
Causes
Acid Reflux symptoms are caused by a malfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) muscle. When working properly, the LES closes and opens the lower end of the…
Complications
Persistent and severe acid reflux left untreated can cause several long-term complications in many patients. Patients can experience erosive esphagitis (severe…
How Long Will I Have It?
Most people will experience some kind of acid reflux symptoms at some point in their life. People with acid reflux disease and do not treat the symptoms or cause can…
Is It Heartburn or Indigestion?
Almost every adult will experience some acid reflux at some point in their life. Occasional heartburn is mostly an annoyance for people and is generally not a…
Risks
Most people will experience some acid reflux symptoms at some point in their lives. People at risk for persistent acid reflux issues include women who are pregnant,…
Symptoms
Symptoms of acid reflux include a painful burning sensation in the chest, upset stomach, persistent cough and sore throat, fullness in the stomach, nausea after eating, and…
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