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Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a medical term for acid that escapes or leaks into the "food swallowing tube" (esophagus) from the stomach. Sometimes acid moves up the swallowing tube, into the nose or mouth or back of the throat. Even a tiny amount of this strong acid can burn and irritate the swallowing tube, throat, and vocal cords (the voice box). GERD symptoms are not the same for everyone. You may feel burning in your chest or throat called "heartburn." Or, you may notice a bad taste in your mouth, sore throat, voice changes, cough, wheezing, or swallowing problems. However up to 10% of patients feel no symptoms at all, NetWellness Article (More)

General Information

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease MedlinePlus
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) (The Cleveland Clinic Foundation)
  • The Word on GERD (American College of Gastroenterology)

    • The Body

  • Digestive System MedlinePlus
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease MedlinePlus
  • Upper Gastrointestinal System MedlinePlus

    • Complications

  • GERD and Anesthesia Ask an Expert Q and A
  • GERD and Asthma (The Cleveland Clinic Foundation)
  • GERD and Sleep Apnea Ask an Expert Q and A
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    • Symptoms and Tests

  • 24-Hour Esophageal pH Test (The Cleveland Clinic Foundation)
  • 48-Hour Bravo Esophageal pH Test (The Cleveland Clinic Foundation)
  • Belching MedlinePlus
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    • Treatment

  • EndoCinch (Endoscopic Fundoplication) NetWellness Article
  • Antacids and Acid Reducers: OTC Relief for Heartburn and Acid Reflux (American Academy of Family Physicians)
  • Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux (GERD) Surgery (Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons)

    • Additional information on Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

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