G E R D
Gerd is when the muscle at the entrance to your stomach which should function one
way, opens to let the acidic mixture out of the stomach and into you esophagus. mouth, and
trachea. This causes discomfort and serious problems.
Gastro esophageal Reflux Disease is the technical name for GERD
GERD Pictures
The valve is closed preventing acidic fluid from leaving the stomach.

The valve is open and acidic fluid is rising into the esophagus

GERD and Bowel Diseases
The acidic fluid is splashing up and causing irritation

Valve closed

Valve open

Valve closed

Valve open


Heartburn
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