L-glutamine Erosive Esophagitis Gastritis
- Acid Reflux Complications - Symptoms & Erosive Esophagitis
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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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