Evansville, IN
A 17-year-old male asked:
What should i do about daily acid reflux?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Charles Cattanoanswered
Gastroenterology 40 years experience
Not all GERD = burn: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd) involves movement of stomach contents back into your esophagus. Gerd can be "silent" in a substantial # of patients, manifesting with ear/nose/throat ; lung problems without heartburn. Heartburn is the common presentation of burning discomfort in your chest with exposure of the esophagus to stomach contents. See earlier healthtap answers for gerd prevention.
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Last updated Jan 11, 2014
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