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1. Gastroesophageal reflux disease : Complications
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Barrett's esophagus (a change in the lining of the esophagus that can increase the risk of cancer; Bronchospasm (irritation and resulting spasm of airways due to acid; Chronic pulmonary disease; Esophageal ulcer; Hoarseness; Inflammation of the es...• Reviewer: David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
2. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a gastric disorder which causes stomach acids to back up into the esophagus, the tube leading from the mouth to the stomach. This action causes pain , which is often called heartburn. GERD can disrupt slee...• Author: Janie Franz Expand your search to include all of U.S. News
3. Long-Term Complications of GERD -- The Cleveland Clinic
The goal of treatment is to prevent further damage by stopping any acid reflux from the stomach. Cancer of the esophagus is a disease in which cancer is found in the tissues of the esophagus. Click here to go to the Department of Gastroenterology... http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/docs/2500/2565.asp?index=9615
4. Gastroesophageal Reflux: Symptoms and Complications -- Information from the Merck Manual
Some doctors believe that the best test for gastroesophageal reflux is esophageal pH testing. The esophageal pH test is needed for all people being considered for surgery for gastroesophageal reflux. However, proton pump inhibitors, the most... http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec09/ch121/ch121d.html#sec09-ch121-ch121d-286
5. Heartburn/GERD - Complications -- Mayo Clinic
But heartburn may indicate a more serious problem known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This is a serious, though uncommon, complication of GERD. In addition to irritation and inflammation of your esophagus (esophagitis), chronic... http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?objectid=EA5EDE79-8C89-40EB-8D46C714D1E917... |
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