Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the condition where the esophageal mucus to gastric contents is greater than normal. ... Gastroesophageal reflux is a normal occurrence. ... When the stomach contents are pushed back up into the esophagus this creates acid reflux. Doctors call it acid reflux because your stomach produces acid to help with digestion. Most people tend to experience acid reflux as heartburn after eating a meal; however when this happens more than normal it creates a condition called Gastroesophageal reflux or also known as GERD. Gastroesophageal reflux disease affects the lower esophageal sphincter, which is the muscle that connects the esophagus to the stomach. ... If you are able to help your heartburn with an over the counter medication than chances are you have acid reflux.