gastroesophageal reflux

noun

: backward flow of the acidic contents of the stomach into the esophagus that is due to malfunctioning of a sphincter at the lower end of the esophagus and that results especially in heartburn : acid reflux see also gastroesophageal reflux disease

Examples of gastroesophageal reflux in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Here are some conditions for which magnesium may be particularly beneficial during pregnancy: Gastrointestinal (GI) issues: Heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in pregnancy can be common. Casey Seiden, Parents, 24 Feb. 2024 However, Mount Sinai advises individuals with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or a hiatal hernia to avoid peppermint tea. Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2024 Having symptoms two or more times per week may be a sign of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).1 GERD is a digestive disorder in which your esophagus does not close correctly. Mark Gurarie, Health, 15 Feb. 2024 Asthma, upper airway cough syndrome (known as postnasal drip), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), respiratory infections, and even allergies can cause a cough to persist. Syeda Khaula Saad, Verywell Health, 6 Feb. 2024 This week in 2000, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved use of the da Vinci robot surgical system for gallbladder, gastroesophageal reflux and gynecologic procedures. Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2022 At the time, Biden was said to be under treatment for four different conditions: non-valvular atrial fibrillation -- a type of irregular heart rhythm, hyperlipidemia -- higher concentrations of fats or lipids in the blood, gastroesophageal reflux and seasonal allergies. Molly Nagle, ABC News, 19 Nov. 2021 Researchers also suspect that in a minority of people, bad breath is triggered by a GI disorder like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Maria Masters, Health, 21 Aug. 2023 Coffee could make symptoms like diarrhea and bloating worse for people who have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or anxiety. Ali Francis, Bon Appétit, 18 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1959, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of gastroesophageal reflux was in 1959

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“Gastroesophageal reflux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastroesophageal%20reflux. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

gastroesophageal reflux

noun
: backward flow of the acidic contents of the stomach into the esophagus that is due to malfunctioning of a sphincter at the lower end of the esophagus and that results especially in heartburn : acid reflux
abbreviation GER
see also gastroesophageal reflux disease

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