Does Untreated GERD Get Worse?

Does Untreated GERD Get Worse? (0:10)

Untreated GERD can make you feel miserable, but it can also cause severe damage to the lining of your esophagus and in some cases, esophageal cancer. In this video, gastroenterologist Roshini Raj, MD, explains why it's important to treat GERD.

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Untreated GERD can not only make you feel miserable, but it can cause severe damage to the lining of your esophagus, and in some cases can even lead to esophageal cancer.

Roshini Raj, MD

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About Roshini Raj, MD

Roshini Raj, MD, is a board certified gastroenterologist and internist with a medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. She is an attending physician at NYU Medical Center/Tisch Hospital.

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