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GERD is a painful condition that occurs when stomach acid backs up into your mouth and esophagus. Learn about its effects and how it is treated here.
Have you ever felt like food is trapped in your throat, or like you're choking? This may be due to GERD. Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a digestive disorder that affects the muscle ring between your esophagus and your stomach, known as the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). If you have it, you may experience heartburn […]
Reviewed by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD • Aug 21, 2024
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disorder, is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Knowing how to manage GERD at home can help prevent complications, and keep the condition under control. What effects can GERD have? GERD is a condition wherein stomach acid flows up into the esophagus, which carries food from the mouth to the stomach. […]
Reviewed by Mike Kenneth Go Doratan, MD • Feb 15, 2021
GERD, while not a life-threatening condition on its own, can lead to some serious complications. But by knowing the common signs and symptoms of GERD, you can get yourself checked and get treated for your condition. What Is GERD? GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Its most common symptom […]
Reviewed by Jobelle Ann Dela Cruz Bigalbal, MD • Apr 05, 2024
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