Heartburn Or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)(Copyright ©
American College of Gastroenterology) Publication Year: 2006
Over 60 million Americans experience acid indigestion at least
once a month. GERD, commonly known as acid indigestion, refers
to the backward flow of acid from the stomach up into the
esophagus. This fact sheet discusses the treatment and
medications for GERD. This publication is available only on the
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