: a chronic condition that is characterized by frequent episodes of acid reflux usually accompanied by heartburn and often by irritation or inflammation of the esophageal epithelium : gastroesophageal reflux disease
… an endoscopy performed for evaluation of symptoms caused by the underlying GERD.—
Stuart Jon Spechler
Stuart Jon SpechlerIf left untreated, GERD can lead to serious problems over time, such as esophagitis, ulcers on the esophagus and even esophageal cancer.—Michelle George
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Chronic reflux can signal gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which can cause long-term damage if left untreated.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 27 Nov. 2025
And so Sudan’s natural inclination is actually to support the GERD because Sudan needs regular electricity.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 18 Nov. 2025
Some dogs thrive on a single daily meal, while others—such as those with medical conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or dogs who eat very small portions at a time—may require smaller, more frequent feedings.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025
On the other hand, fiber—especially soluble fiber—has been linked to relief from GERD symptoms.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 9 Nov. 2025
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Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 27 Nov. 2025
And so Sudan’s natural inclination is actually to support the GERD because Sudan needs regular electricity.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 18 Nov. 2025
Some dogs thrive on a single daily meal, while others—such as those with medical conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or dogs who eat very small portions at a time—may require smaller, more frequent feedings.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2025
On the other hand, fiber—especially soluble fiber—has been linked to relief from GERD symptoms.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 9 Nov. 2025
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“GERD.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/GERD. Accessed 3 Dec. 2025.
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GERD
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: a chronic condition that is characterized by frequent episodes of acid reflux usually accompanied by heartburn and often by irritation or inflammation of the esophageal epithelium and that when untreated may sometimes progress to difficulty in swallowing, esophageal strictures or ulcers, Barrett's esophagus, or adenocarcinoma : gastroesophageal reflux disease
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