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Written by Thomas Green
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Gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD) impacts nearly one-fifth of all Americans and nearly two-thirds of everyone aged 65 and over. Hiatal hernias are a leading cause of GERD. This condition is actually often left undiagnosed until the patient begins complaining of GERD symptoms. |
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Relieving GERD through Lifestyle Changes |
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Written by Thomas Green
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What we eat and do has a big impact on our health, particularly if we're engaging in unhealthy habits and life choices.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is an illness of the upper gastrointestinal system that results in painful irritation of the esophageal lining that can be a precursor to other, more serious illnesses. Its usually caused by a weakened or malfunctioning lower esophageal sphincter, increases in stomach acid or irritation of the esophageal lining. GERD by itself has some very unpleasant symptoms, such as frequent heartburn, difficulty swallowing and regurgitation. |
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