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What Is A Reflux Esophagitis
Health Encyclopedia: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Gerd
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which food or liquid travels backwards from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This action can irritate the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms.
Alternative Names
Peptic esophagitis; Reflux esophagitis; GERD; Heartburn - chronic
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
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Expert & Community Posts
Dr. Eisner Answer your GERD Questions: Does Smoking Cause Acid Reflux?
By Todd Eisner , Health ExpertI have been experiencing a lot of acid reflux of late. I think it might have something ... Read more »
8 Ways to Treat Acid Reflux During Pregnancy
By Todd Eisner , Health ExpertGastroesophageal reflux disease occurs in up to 50% of pregnant women. As in the non-pregnant... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers Your Questions About Acid Reflux
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Dr. Eisner answers your GERD questions: Natural remedies & heartburn
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...esophagus is severely inflamed, you can get severe reflux esophagitis or even esophageal ulcers.... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Q&A #9
By Todd Eisner , Health ExpertQuestion #1: Are the following symptoms typical of GERD? bloating upset stomach, including... Read more »
Health Guide
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
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