gastroesophageal reflux
noun
: backward flow of the acidic contents of the stomach into the esophagus that is due to malfunctioning of a sphincter at the lower end of the esophagus and that results especially in heartburn : acid reflux see also gastroesophageal reflux disease
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Those effects may include bloating, gas, and worsening of symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome or gastroesophageal reflux disease.
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John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
Gastrointestinal issues, such as nausea, vomiting, constipation and gastroesophageal reflux disease are among the most common adverse effects associated with GLP-1 drugs.
—Ziyad Al-Aly, The Conversation, 22 Jan. 2025
Furthermore, for some people, seltzer and other carbonated beverages can cause bloating or gas — and for those who struggle with digestive disorders like irritable bowel syndrome and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the fizzy beverages can exacerbate their symptoms.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 22 Jan. 2025
The drug can reportedly cause side effects like nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, stomach discomfort and pain, injection site reactions, fatigue, allergic reactions (typically fever and rash), burping, hair loss and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
Gastrointestinal issues, such as nausea, vomiting, constipation and gastroesophageal reflux disease are among the most common adverse effects associated with GLP-1 drugs.
—Ziyad Al-Aly, The Conversation, 22 Jan. 2025
Furthermore, for some people, seltzer and other carbonated beverages can cause bloating or gas — and for those who struggle with digestive disorders like irritable bowel syndrome and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the fizzy beverages can exacerbate their symptoms.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 22 Jan. 2025
The drug can reportedly cause side effects like nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, stomach discomfort and pain, injection site reactions, fatigue, allergic reactions (typically fever and rash), burping, hair loss and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Gastroesophageal reflux.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastroesophageal%20reflux. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
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