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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
GERD is no joke. Chronic, prolonged acid reflux can damage the esophagus, causing a precancerous condition called Barrett's esophagus, or even esophageal cancer. However, you can get GERD under control with lifestyle changes, prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs, and even surgery, if necessary.
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Symptoms and Risks
- What Is GERD?The condition is otherwise known as chronic heartburn
- Heartburn and Other GERD Symptoms
- 5 Health Conditions That Can Cause GERD
- Soothing Heartburn in Pregnancy
- See How Acid Reflux Causes Heartburn
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Home Remedies and Prevention
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Tests and Diagnosis
- 9 Serious Conditions That Mimic HeartburnHeartburn-like pain is a common symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). But several other conditions can cause a burning feeling in your chest.
- 7 Conditions That Can Mimic Acid Reflux
- Heartburn or Heart Attack? How to Tell the Difference
- How Your Doctor Diagnoses GERD
- 13 Questions Your Doctor May Ask About Heartburn
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How GERD Is Treated
- The Big Picture on GERD TreatmentA look at prescription medication, lifestyle changes, and surgery
- A 30-Pound Weight Loss and Portion Control Tamed My Heartburn
- Doctors Cured My Heartburn After Finding a Hernia I Did Not Know I Had
- Heartburn-Easing Pills Used to Treat GERD
- Proton Pump Inhibitors Fight Acid Reflux
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