Flow of the stomach’s contents back up into the esophagus. Happens when the muscle between the esophagus and the stomach (the lower esophageal sphincter) is weak or relaxes when it shouldn’t. May cause esophagitis. Also called esophageal reflux or reflux esophagitis.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD, is a condition in which acidic gastric contents reflux back into the esophagus. Acommon concern linked with GERD is the vomiting or regurgitation of food during feedings. Extended periods of GERD can result in a child’s failure to thrive.
Disorder of stomach contents being regurgitated into the esophagus.
A common condition in which acid from the stomach (gastric and/or duodenal contents) flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort and, in some instances, damage to the esophageal lining. The condition is thought to affect nearly half of all adults at least once a month.
Recurring heartburn or acid indigestion occurs when the contents of the stomach leak back into the esophagus, leading to discomfort. This condition, often referred to as gastroesophageal reflux, results in the regurgitation of stomach acids into the sensitive lining of the esophagus.