Gerd Causes Polyps
Causes
Anyone who eats a lot of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or lying down after eating a large meal high in fatty, acidic foods. Persistent GERD, however, may be due to various conditions, including biological or structural problems.
Malfunction of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) Muscles
The band of muscle tissue called the LES is responsible for closing and opening the lower end of the esophagus, and is essential for...
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From Our Sources
Colon Polyps
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Colon polyps are growths of tissue inside the large intestine, also called the colon. Some polyps are mushroom-shaped protrusions on the... Read more »
Cervical Polyps
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? The cervix is the lower part of the uterus. It is a tube-like channel that connects the uterus to the vagina. Cervical polyps are growths... Read more »
Intestinal Polyps
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Intestinal polyps are small, mushroom-like abnormalities of the intestine that may have a stalk or be flat with a stalk. They can vary from under 2... 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 »
Cervical polyps
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cervical polyps are fingerlike growths on the lower part of the uterus that connects with the vagina (cervix). Causes, incidence, and risk... Read more »
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