GERD

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic digestive disease that occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, irritating its lining. This acid reflux can cause heartburn and other

20% of Americans
Severity: Mild
Chronic Condition
Not Contagious
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At a Glance

What is it?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic digestive disease that occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, irritating its lini
Who it affects
Adults, more common after age 40

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Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — cdc.gov
  4. MedlinePlus — medlineplus.gov
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) — who.int
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