What are the symptoms of GERD?
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Dr. Ralph Aye of Swedish answered:The most common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are heartburn, a painful burning sensation behind the breastbone that radiates up toward the neck, as well as regurgitation, which is the sensation of stomach contents coming back up into the throat or the mouth. Less common symptoms of GERD can affect the lungs, such as cough, asthma, pneumonia, fibrosis of the lungs (or scarring), as well as the nose or throat (sore throat, hoarseness, throat clearing). The heart (chest pain) and the mouth (dental caries, enamel erosion) can be affected as well.The most common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are heartburn, a painful burning sensation behind the breastbone that radiates up toward the neck, as well as regurgitation, which is the sensation of stomach contents coming... More -
Common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are heartburn and/or acid regurgitation. Heartburn is a burning sensation felt behind the breastbone that occurs when stomach contents irritate the normal lining of the esophagus. Acid regurgitation is the sensation of stomach fluid coming up through the chest, which may reach the mouth. Less common symptoms that may also be associated with gastroesophageal reflux include unexplained chest pain, wheezing, sore throat and cough, among others.Common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are heartburn and/or acid regurgitation. Heartburn is a burning sensation felt behind the breastbone that occurs when stomach contents irritate the normal lining of the esophagus. Acid... More -
Dr. Basil Al-Awabdy of Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates answered:GERD is caused when the lower esophageal sphincter doesn’t completely close after swallowing and acidic gastric contents irritate the esophageal tissue. Since esophageal tissue is not capable of handling acidic content, irritation occurs and is felt through a variety of symptoms. Primarily, patients sense a burning sensation in the bottom of their rib cage or chest area. People with acid reflux may also experience a feeling of regurgitation (food coming back into the mouth) after eating and a bitter or acid taste. Other symptoms include chest pain, difficulty swallowing, nausea, vomiting or bad breath. The symptoms of GERD are usually experienced after eating and are most often triggered by fried foods, fatty foods, tomato products, citrus fruits and juices, chocolate and anything containing caffeine. Typically, lying down or bending over makes the symptoms worse as well.
GERD is caused when the lower esophageal sphincter doesn’t completely close after swallowing and acidic gastric contents irritate the esophageal tissue. Since esophageal tissue is not capable of handling acidic content, irritation occurs and... More
