The backward flow of stomach acid contents into the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach). Also called esophageal reflux or gastric reflux.
Backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus. This condition may be chronic and cause weakness of the lower esophageal sphincter, the ring-shaped muscle located at the junction of the esophagus and stomach.
A disorder where stomach contents repeatedly splash back up into the lower esophagus.
The involuntary regurgitation of stomach contents or surface acids into the throat, with heartburn; it can be simple or serious.
The return of stomach contents back up into the esophagus this frequently causes heartburn because of irritation to the esophagus by stomach acid. It may cause aspiration and pneumonia.
A condition in which stomach acid and contents back up into the esophagus, producing symptoms of heartburn or regurgitation.
when gastric juice from the stomach backs up into the esophagus
( GER) — also called acid reflux, a condition where the contents of the stomach regurgitates (or backs up) into the esophagus (food pipe), causing discomfort.
A disease that causes heartburn when acid from the stomach flows up into the throat — Acid reflux can trigger asthma and make it harder to treat.
Gastroesophageal reflux occurs when a defective lower esophageal sphincter allows stomach contents to surge into the esophagus.
A disorder where a reflux of gastric juices (acid) into the esophagus leads to inflammation and pain. Symptoms include heartburn, indigestion, increased belching and upper abdominal pain.
The return of stomach contents back up into the esophagus This frequently causes heartburn because of irritation of the esophagus by stomach acid. See the entire definition of Gastroesophageal reflux
Regurgitation of the stomach contents into the esophagus.
the backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus. Reflux generally occurs because the lower esophageal sphincter relaxes inappropriately and allows harsh stomach juices to flow into the esophagus. Often referred to as acid reflux.
regurgitation of the contents of the stomach into the esophagus, where they can be aspirated; often results from a failure of the esophageal sphincter to close.
a backward or return flow of the stomach and duodenal contents into the esophagus, which may sometimes occur normally, particularly in the distended stomach postprandially, or as a chronic pathological condition; also called esophageal reflux or reflux.
reflux of stomach contents into the esophagus
The backward flow of stomach contents into the esophagus due to a malfunction in the sphincter at the end of esophagus. This can cause heartburn and discomfort. When it occurs repeatedly, it may become gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), where stomach acid can eventually cause scarring of the esophagus and other chronic problems.
A condition in which stomach contents are forced back up into the esophagus and sometimes the mouth.
