Understanding GERD: Symptoms, Causes, and Complications

Millersmithmisa16 Oct, 2020Health

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD, is caused when the stomach acid or bile flows to the mouth through esophagus on a frequent basis. The repeating occurrence of acid reflux hugely irritates the esophagus lining, resulting in heartburn, chest pain, cough, among others.