Acid Reflux Dental Erosion
- Acid Reflux Complications - Symptoms & Erosive Esophagitis
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis
Complications
Nearly everyone has an attack of heartburn at some point in their lives. In the vast majority of cases the condition is temporary and mild, causing only short-term discomfort. If patients develop persistent gastroesophageal reflux disease with frequent relapses, and it remains untreated, serious complications may develop over time. Complications can include:
- Erosive esophagitis
- Severe narrowing (stricture) of the esophagus
- Barrett's esophagus
- Problems in other areas, including the...
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