Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Known by its abbreviation GERD, this disease causes the muscle at the end of your esophagus to not close properly which results in complications related to the contents of the stomach to come back into the back of the mouth. GERD can affect people of all ages, and requires treatment to prevent worsening of the condition.

If diagnosed early, there are various non-medical steps that can be taken to assist in lessening the symptoms. These include avoiding certain types of foods that are high in acid, eating smaller meals and even wearing looser fitting clothing. There is more information available on the following website for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.

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