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1. What is GERD?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a type of ailment in which the stomach acid moves backward to the oesophagus, thereby irritating the lining of the oesophagus and causing a feeling of burning in the chest.
2. What are the symptoms associated with GERD?
The following symptoms are usually associated with GERD:
- A burning feeling in the chest
- Dysphagia
- Bitter taste
- Cough or asthma
- Chest pain
3. What causes GERD?
GERD occurs when there is a frequent reflux of stomach acid due to the weakening of lower oesophageal sphincter. The risk factors include:
- Pregnancy
- Obesity or hiatal hernia
- Smoking
- Zollinger–Ellison syndrome or scleroderma
- Medications
4. What changes in the diet can help me in managing GERD?
The recommended changes in the diet that can help you in management of GERD are as follows:
- Intake of a well-balanced diet that consists of plenty of fruits and green leafy vegetables along with lean proteins
- Drinking plenty of water
- Refraining from spicy food, outside contaminated food, fried foodstuffs, alcohol, caffeine
- Having light meals
5. Is GERD a curable condition?
GERD is a chronic disease that cannot be completely cured; however, its symptoms are controlled by medications and preventive measures. The recommended lifestyle changes by a physician should be adhered for lifetime.
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