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8. Gerd

Though it is known more commonly as reflux or heartburn, these are just symptoms of Gerd as a condition. Gerd is Gastroesophageal reflux disease, and it is a condition where the acidified liquid content of the stomach, backs up into the esophagus. It is a complex condition and may cause damage to the lining of the esophagus, including ulcers and strictures within the esophagus, inflammation of the lungs and throat and laryngeal inflammation. Symptoms are varied, but it is mainly a combination of nausea, heartburn, and regurgitation, all causing a great discomfort in the chest, upper abdomen and esophagus.

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