Obesity, pregnancy, smoking, excess alcohol use and consumption of a variety of foods such asĬoffee, citrus drinks, tomato based products, chocolate, peppermint and fatty foods may also contribute to reflux symptoms. A major cause of reflux is obesity whereby increased pressure in the abdomen overcomes the barrier between the stomach and the esophagus. Hiatal hernias, however, are common and not all people with a hiatal hernia have reflux. Often, the barrier between the stomach and the esophagus is impaired by weakening of the muscle (lower esophageal sphincter) or the presence of a hiatal hernia, where part of the stomach is displaced into the chest. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when there is an imbalance between the normal defense mechanisms of the esophagus and offensive factors such as acid and other digestive juices and enzymes in the stomach. What causes Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease? Less common symptoms that may also be associated with gastroesophageal reflux include unexplained chest pain, wheezing, sore throat and cough, among others. Acid regurgitation is the sensation of stomach fluid coming up through the chest which may reach the mouth. Heartburn is aGERD1 burning sensation felt behind the breast bone that occurs when stomach contents irritate the normal lining of the esophagus. What are the symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?Ĭommon symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease are heartburn and/or acid regurgitation. This happens when the valve between the stomach and the esophagus, known as the lower esophageal sphincter, does not close properly. Gastroesophageal reflux occurs when contents in the stomach flow back into the esophagus. What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
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