Gastroesophageal reflux illness (GERD) is a locus in which the stomach content (food or liquid) leakage backwards from the stomach into the esophagus (the subway from the gossip to the stomach). This effect tins irritate the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms.
Complications
Barrett's esophagus (a deviation in the lining of the esophagus that tins spread the chances of cancer)
Bronchospasm (irritation and cramp of the airways due to acid)
Chronic cough or hoarseness
Dental problems
Esophageal ulcer
Inflammation of the esophagus
Stricture (a contraction of the esophagus due to scarring from the inflammation)
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