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Causes

Anyone who a large amount of acidic foods can have mild and temporary heartburn. This is especially true when lifting, bending over, or taking a nap after eating a large meal high in fatty, acidic foods. Persistent GERD, however, may be due to various conditions, including abnormal biologic or structural factors.

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 ess...

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Expert & Community Posts

GERD Questions: Hiatal Hernia and Schatzki's ring

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

...series, and have been told that I have a paraesophageal hiatal hernia. I have an appointment... Read more »

Hiatal Hernia

By Tracy Davenport , Health Expert

...determined the cause of his reflux symptoms was a hiatal hernia. For those of you who may also... Read more »

Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions: Surgery for Hiatal Hernia

By Todd Eisner , Health Expert

My doctor has recommended that I have my hiatal hernia repaired. I am waiting to see a surgeon. Is... Read more »

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Health Guide

What are the risk factors and causes of GERD?"

...Scientists do not know why GERD occurs. Some cases of acid reflux disease are related to a condition called "hiatal hernia." A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach is above the... Read more »

Conclusion"

...support, and education. For more information and resources about GERD, visit the Gastroesophageal Reflux/Hiatal Hernia page from the National Library of Medicine... Read more »

Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors

...risk for GERD, including older adults, women, alcohol and tobacco users, and patients with asthma, hiatal hernia, or obesity. One study reported that NSAIDs put people at risk for ulcers but not... Read more »

GERD Diagnosis

...solution containing barium, then x-rays are taken. This test can show stricture, active ulcer craters, hiatal hernia, erosion, or other abnormalities. The test cannot reveal mild irritation.Upper... Read more »

Acid Reflux GERD Surgery: Fundoplication

...twofold:To increase LES pressure and, therefore, prevent acid back-up (reflux).To repair any present hiatal hernia.There are two primary approaches:Open Nissen fundoplication (the more invasive... Read more »

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