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Understanding Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

October 24, 2011 By Dr. Thomas Leave a Comment

What You Need to Know About Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

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3460 North East Stallings Drive Nacogdoches, Texas 75965
Tel: 936-569-1889

5727 Westheimer Road Ste. J Houston, Texas 77057
Tel: 713-936-0777

Q: What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?

… A: Prolonged acid reflux, known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), reduces the LES' ability to contract. . .[Read More...]

Q: When is heartburn worrisome?

… A: Heartburn affects almost everyone at some point in their lives. [Read More...]

Q: What are the symptoms of GERD?

… A: The most common symptom is heartburn, the burning sensation felt in the center of the chest when acid and partially digested food move from the stomach to the esophagus. [Read More][Read More...]

Locations

3460 North East Stallings Drive Nacogdoches, Texas 75965
Tel: 936-569-1889

5757 Westheimer Road Ste. 104 Houston, Texas 77057
Tel: 713-936-0777

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