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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Also called: GERD, Gastroesophageal Reflux, Esophageal Reflux, GER, Reflux Esophagitis, Peptic Esophagitis

- Summary
- About GERD
- Risk factors and causes
- Signs and symptoms
- Diagnosis methods
- Treatment and prevention
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
David Friedel, M.D., AGA

Questions for your doctor regarding GERD

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions regarding gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD):

  1. I sometimes get heartburn. Does that mean I have GERD?

  2. Why do you suspect I may have GERD?

  3. How common is GERD?

  4. What caused my GERD?

  5. I do not get heartburn but I experience other symptoms, such as difficulty swallowing. Is it possible that I have GERD?

  6. What is the best way to treat my case of GERD?

  7. What happens if I do not seek treatment for GERD?

  8. What is the best way for me to prevent or lessen my symptoms of GERD?

  9. Will I ever be cured of GERD?

  10. How many patients with GERD have you treated?

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Review Date: 03-20-2007

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