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GERD: Introduction
“Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a syndrome wherein the stomach’s contents of those in the small intestine constantly move up into the esophagus. The rearwards motion of the contents is called a “reflux.” This condition results in the person being subjected to episodes of heartburn, a stinging sensation felt under the sternum part of the chest, is the initial symptom of heartburn; this is traditionally felt after the person has a heavy meal, or lies down or lifts a heavy object immediately after eating. If a person is consistently experiencing bouts of reflux and extreme heartburn, then ...
