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What exactly is refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease?

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Reflux: Refractory gerd means reflux disease not responding to standard treatment and conservative measures.

Answered 3/30/2017

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Dr. Loki Skylizard answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Agree: Agree with dr. Vijay laxmi misra. When describing refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease, generally speaking of patients still suffering symptoms of acid reflux despite standard medication therapies with appropriate lifestyle changes.

Answered 9/28/2016

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