Acid Reflux (GERD)
- Apr 9, 2023
- 1 min read
Updated: May 12, 2023
Introduction
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as acid reflux or heartburn, is a common problem caused by gastric acid gastric leakage back to the esophagus.
The esophagus is a long muscular tube that connects the oral cavity to the stomach.
