acid reflux

Do You Have Acid Reflux?

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) If you experience a burning discomfort in the chest during or after eating, you may have acid reflux. Acid reflux is a chronic digestive disease that occurs when stomach acid or bile flows into the food pipe and irritates the lining. Acid reflux is also referred to as gastroesophageal reflux disease …

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Erosive Esophagitis: What is it?

Erosive Esophagitis: What is it?

Erosive esophagitis is a severe form of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD, or acid reflux) in which the lining of the esophagus is damaged by the backup of reflux, or stomach acid.  Once the esophagus is eroded, it can take 6 to 9 months of treatment for it to fully heal. Erosive esophagitis is caused by acid reflux, …

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