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Conditions›Digestive diseases›Gastrointestinal disorders›Esophageal disorders›Esophageal motility disorders›GERD
GERD
It is normal to have some gastroesophageal reflux (GERD). It becomes a disease(GERD) when it causes organ damage (inflammation of the esophagus, or barrett's esophagus), it has a significant negative impact on your life, or requires dependence on medication to control.
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General Surgery 31 years experience
Is a type of:Esophageal motility disorders
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Very common
Very common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Very common | ||||
| Toddler3-5 | Common | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common | ||||
| Senior60+ | Very common |
Body locations
Upper abdomen, Neck (front)
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Medications
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