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The Symptoms of GERD

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). The common symptoms of GERD are: heartburn or a burning pain in the chest (increased by lying down, or eating), feeling that food is stuck behind the breastbone, and, sometimes, nausea after eating. Some others symptoms could be: regurgitation, difficulty in swallowing, hoarseness or change in voice, and hiccups, cough or wheezing. Treatment for heartburn and other signs and symptoms of GERD usually begins with over-the-counter medications that control acid production. If you don’t experience relief within a few weeks you may need medication to block acid production and heal the esophagus, or even surgery. Surgery is used to reinforce the lower esophageal sphincter, or to create a barrier preventing the backup of stomach acid. In the main time, try to maintain a healthy weight, avoid foods and drinks that trigger heartburn, eat smaller meals, quit smoking, and don’t lie down after a meal. Call your doctor if you experience severe or frequent GERD symptoms, or if you take over-the-counter medications for heartburn more than twice per week.

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