Digestive Enzymes Gerd
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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What Is It?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly called GERD, is a digestive disorder in which the stomach's juices (acid and digestive enzymes) flow backwards, or reflux, into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. The lining of the esophagus canât handle these caustic substances, so the esophagus becomes inflamed. This causes heartburn and other symptoms. If GERD is not treated, it can permanently damage the esophagus.
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Natural Remedies for Acid Reflux & GERD
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New test for GERD may soon be available in doctors' offices
A new, less expensive test to diagnose gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) may soon be available in primary care physicians' offices. The test,... Read more »
What are the risk factors and causes of GERD?
GERD is one of the most prevalent gastrointestinal disorders. Nearly 7% of persons in the U.S. experience heartburn daily, 20% experience it monthly,... Read more »
What are the symptoms of GERD?"
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Acid Reflux (GERD) and the Esophagus
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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