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GERD or gastrointestinal reflux disease is the most common cause of esophagitis. This is heartburn or dysphagia that is experienced after a large meal. The symptoms are usually pain, a sour taste in the mouth, and occasionally vomiting blood (hematemesis) or blood in the stools (melena).
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www.thedoctorsdoctor.com/diseases/gerd.htm
www.thedoctorsdoctor.com/diseases/gerd.htm
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Upper gastrointestinal system ... Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which food or liquid travels backwards from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This action can irritate the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms.
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www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000265.htm
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Millions experience heartburn and the more serious condition gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) daily. And research shows that nighttime heartburn affects nearly four out of five of heartburn sufferers -- disturbing sleep and impairing their ability to function the next day.
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www.medicinenet.com/gastroesophageal_reflux_disease_ger...
www.medicinenet.com/gastroesophageal_reflux_disease_gerd/article.htm
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The features of the psychovegetative status in patients with functional disorders of the esophagus and stomach (FD) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are investigated. The methods included clinical, instrumental and psychometric examination.
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www.medscape.com/medline/abstract/14653230
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Heartburn, the major symptom of gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD), is a common condition that is usually self-treated with over-the-counter products. ... Disease Management ... 0 (Gastrointestinal Agents)
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www.medscape.com/medline/abstract/10184748
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GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a condition which develops when the back-flow (reflux) of stomach contents causes troublesome symptoms and/or complications. Serious health problems can result if it is not treated properly ... International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders...
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What is the Gastrointestinal Tract? The gastrointestinal, or GI, tract includes the oral cavity, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, and the small and large intestine. The GI tract is part of the digestive system, and it is responsible for moving...
http://video.about.com/heartburn/GERD.htm
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