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My dad has gerd, am i more likely to have it too?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Not necessarily: Gerd can run in families, but genetics alone don't typically cause gerd. What also runs in families are dietary habits, obesity and other risk factors that can make gerd more likely. The key is to control your diet and your weight, which give you the best chance to avoid gerd altogether.
Answered 1/31/2012
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Possibly: There are some forms of gerd that are familiar or genetic. However there are non-familiar or non-genetic causes/risks including obesity and smoking.
Answered 11/27/2012
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