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2. Heartburn - Wikipedia

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   Other tests or symptoms suggesting acid reflux is causing heartburn include: Onset of symptoms after eating or drinking, at night, and/or with pregnancy, and improvement with PPIs; Endoscopy looking for erosive changes of the esophagus consistent with prolonged acid exposure (e.g. - Barrett's esophagus) [27]

3. Gastroesophageal reflux disease - Wikipedia

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   Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a chronic upper gastrointestinal disease in which stomach content persistently and regularly flows up into the esophagus, resulting in symptoms and/or complications.

4. Esophagitis - Wikipedia

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   For reflux esophagitis, a fundooplication can be done to help strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter from allowing backflow of the stomach into the esophagus. For esophageal stricture, a gastroenterologist can perform a dilation of the esophagus. As of 2020 evidence for magnetic sphincter augmentation is poor. [11]

5. Lymphocytic esophagitis - Wikipedia

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   The most common symptom of lymphocytic esophagitis is dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, prevalent in 53 to 57% of individuals with the condition [1] [2] due to inflammation, narrowing or altered movement of the esophagus. Other symptoms include heartburn, abdominal pain, nausea and food bolus obstruction.

6. Esophageal disease - Wikipedia

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   Some people also experience a sensation known as globus esophagus, where it feels as if a ball is lodged in the lower part of the esophagus. The following are additional diseases and conditions that affect the esophagus: Achalasia [1] Acute esophageal necrosis; Barrett's esophagus; Boerhaave syndrome; Caustic injury to the esophagus; Chagas disease

7. Doctor explains symptoms of GERD, including frequent heartburn

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   If you have frequent heartburn, it could be a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly known as "GERD." With GERD, stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, the tube ...

8. Myth No. 1: Heartburn and acid reflux are the same thing - AOL

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   Acid reflux can also cause symptoms such as coughing, swallowing issues and chronic throat clearing, he adds. Myth No. 2: Diet choices are the only cause of heartburn

9. Indigestion - Wikipedia

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   Esophagitis is an inflammation of the esophagus, most commonly caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease . [6] It is defined by the sensation of "heartburn" or a burning sensation in the chest as a result of inappropriate relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter at the site where the esophagus connects to the stomach. It is often treated ...