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GERDGERD stands for GastroEsophageal Reflux DiseaseGastroesophageal Reflux is the backflow of acid and food particles that seep out of the stomach and up into the esophagus.This happens when the muscle between the esophagus and the stomach, the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), is weak or relaxes when it shouldn't. Also called esophageal reflux or reflux esophagitis. Almost everyone experiences gastroesophageal reflux at some time, commonly known as heartburn, a painful, burning feeling in the chest, most commonly occurring after a meal. But if you have heartburn on a regular basis, it can lead to damage and scarring in the esophagus. Frequent heartburn (episodes occurring from several times a week to several times a day) may be associated with a more severe condition known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Heartburn is so common that it often is not associated with a serious disease, like GERD. People of all ages are susceptible to GERD. GERD may be more common in adults over age 40 but it can occur in infants, in the elderly, and at any age in between. Elderly people with GERD tend to have a more serious condition than younger people. Sometimes GERD Can Cause Serious Complications
Glossary For This Page Esophagus Pronounced - eh-SAW-fuh-gus Also spelled oesophagus. The organ that connects the mouth to the stomach. Also called gullet or food pipe. Lower esophageal sphincter (LES) Pronounced - LOH-wur uh-saw-fuh-JEE-ul SFEENK-tur The muscle between the esophagus and stomach. When a person swallows, this muscle relaxes to let food pass from the esophagus to the stomach. It stays closed at other times to keep stomach contents from flowing back into the esophagus. Pepsin Pronounced - PEP-sin An enzyme made in the stomach that breaks down proteins. Bile Pronounced - BY-ul Bile is a fluid made by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Bile helps break down fats and gets rid of wastes in the body. Articles: Remedies for GERD |
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