: a chronic condition that is characterized by frequent episodes of acid reflux usually accompanied by heartburn and often by irritation or inflammation of the esophageal epithelium : gastroesophageal reflux disease
… an endoscopy performed for evaluation of symptoms caused by the underlying GERD.—
Stuart Jon Spechler
Stuart Jon SpechlerIf left untreated, GERD can lead to serious problems over time, such as esophagitis, ulcers on the esophagus and even esophageal cancer.—Michelle George
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The current theories link the condition to irregular nerve activity in the esophageal muscles, exposure to stomach acids due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and motor problems with the esophagus.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
Nearly everyone experiences it at some point, but frequent spells might point to a chronic issue known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 28 Oct. 2024
Abdominal discomfort is commonly a side effect of medications as well – or may be a symptom of an illness like the flu or a health condition such as GERD, kidney stones or pancreatitis.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
Both treatments worked effectively to relieve GERD symptoms.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024
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Mark Gurarie, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
Nearly everyone experiences it at some point, but frequent spells might point to a chronic issue known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 28 Oct. 2024
Abdominal discomfort is commonly a side effect of medications as well – or may be a symptom of an illness like the flu or a health condition such as GERD, kidney stones or pancreatitis.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
Both treatments worked effectively to relieve GERD symptoms.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024
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“GERD.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/GERD. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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GERD
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: a chronic condition that is characterized by frequent episodes of acid reflux usually accompanied by heartburn and often by irritation or inflammation of the esophageal epithelium and that when untreated may sometimes progress to difficulty in swallowing, esophageal strictures or ulcers, Barrett's esophagus, or adenocarcinoma : gastroesophageal reflux disease
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