: a chronic condition that is characterized by frequent episodes of acid reflux usually accompanied by heartburn and often by irritation or inflammation of the esophageal epithelium : gastroesophageal reflux disease
… an endoscopy performed for evaluation of symptoms caused by the underlying GERD.—
Stuart Jon Spechler
Stuart Jon SpechlerIf left untreated, GERD can lead to serious problems over time, such as esophagitis, ulcers on the esophagus and even esophageal cancer.—Michelle George
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The initial step in addressing GERD is to identify and target its underlying cause, Dann says.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 21 July 2025
Previous research has linked GI conditions, like stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), to poor sleep quality.2
There are a few theories why GI issues might disrupt sleep and lead to nightmares.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 16 July 2025
People with certain medical conditions, including sleep apnea and GERD, should avoid sleeping on their backs.
—Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 26 June 2025
While the United States helped facilitate negotiations over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) during Trump's first term—and Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia appeared close to reaching a deal—Ethiopia ultimately declined to sign a formal agreement.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
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Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 21 July 2025
Previous research has linked GI conditions, like stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), to poor sleep quality.2
There are a few theories why GI issues might disrupt sleep and lead to nightmares.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 16 July 2025
People with certain medical conditions, including sleep apnea and GERD, should avoid sleeping on their backs.
—Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 26 June 2025
While the United States helped facilitate negotiations over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) during Trump's first term—and Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia appeared close to reaching a deal—Ethiopia ultimately declined to sign a formal agreement.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
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“GERD.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/GERD. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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GERD
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: a chronic condition that is characterized by frequent episodes of acid reflux usually accompanied by heartburn and often by irritation or inflammation of the esophageal epithelium and that when untreated may sometimes progress to difficulty in swallowing, esophageal strictures or ulcers, Barrett's esophagus, or adenocarcinoma : gastroesophageal reflux disease
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