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NexiumResearch DefinitionsGlossarySome words have many meanings. A term will refer the reader to another definition only when the second definition gives additional information about a topic that is directly related to the first term. All Definitions A - Z All Definitions H H Hiatal Hernia (Hiatus Hernia) Pronounced - hy-AY-tul HUR-nee-uh A small opening in the diaphragm that allows the upper part of the stomach to move up into the chest. Causes heartburn from stomach acid flowing back up through the opening. 
Glossary For This Page Diaphragm Pronounced - DY-uh-fram The muscle wall between the chest and the abdomen. It is the major muscle that the body uses for breathing. Heartburn Pronounced - HART-burn A painful, burning feeling in the chest. Heartburn is caused by stomach acid flowing back into the esophagus. Changing the diet and other habits can help to prevent heartburn. Heartburn may be a symptom of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Pronounced - GAH-stroh-eh-SAW-fuh-JEE-ul REE-fluks duh-zeez Flow of the stomach's contents back up into the esophagus. Happens when the muscle between the esophagus and the stomach (the lower esophageal sphincter) is weak or relaxes when it shouldn't. May cause esophagitis. Also called esophageal reflux or reflux esophagitis. More about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) |
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