: 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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Gastrointestinal disorders, including heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), are the two most notable.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
In that case, see a health professional, according to Dr. Cohen—especially because GERD can have serious health consequences if left untreated, like esophageal damage and even cancer.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 28 Oct. 2024
Heartburn is one of the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024
Peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastroparesis, and gastric or esophageal cancer can be mistaken for acute gastritis due to similar symptoms like stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Oct. 2024
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Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024
In that case, see a health professional, according to Dr. Cohen—especially because GERD can have serious health consequences if left untreated, like esophageal damage and even cancer.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 28 Oct. 2024
Heartburn is one of the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024
Peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastroparesis, and gastric or esophageal cancer can be mistaken for acute gastritis due to similar symptoms like stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Oct. 2024
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“GERD.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/GERD. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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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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