Incessant Burping Related To Gerd
According to a new Norwegian study, air swallowing and belching does not cause gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). Though researchers confirmed that those with GERD swallow air and belch considerably more than those without the disorder, there appeared to be no connection between these symptoms and the severity of reflux. It is still unclear why people with GERD swallow air and belch more frequently, though researchers speculate it could be related to salivary secretion or larger swallows.
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