GERD Symptoms and Treatment
GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a digestive condition characterized by frequent episodes of acid indigestion and is caused by weakness or relaxation of an important muscle at the lower esophageal sphincter (valve). When food enters your stomach, the valve typically closes tightly; however, if it relaxes too much or opens too widely, acid from your stomach could flow back up through to your esophagus, resulting in heartburn or other symptoms. Heartburn Heartburn is one of the more prevalent symptoms associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It occurs when stomach acid escapes its usual place and into your esophagus – the tube connecting food from mouth to stomach. As it often is the result of improper functioning or weakening from body weight, tight clothing or pregnancy pressure on your lower esophageal sphincter valve, food and stomach acid may come back up into your throat, leading to regurgitation. Symptoms typically include






