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What is the primary cause of acid reflux in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
What is the primary cause of acid reflux in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
- Increased Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) tone
- Alcohol consumption (correct)
- Obesity
- Hiatal hernia
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
- Tobacco
- Caffeine
- Frequent exercise (correct)
- Alcohol
Which clinical feature of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) can mimic cardiac chest pain?
Which clinical feature of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) can mimic cardiac chest pain?
- Heartburn (correct)
- Ulceration with stricture
- Enamel damage of teeth
- Asthma and cough
What are potential late complications of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
What are potential late complications of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
Which condition involves metaplasia of the lower esophageal mucosa and is seen in 10% of patients with GERD?
Which condition involves metaplasia of the lower esophageal mucosa and is seen in 10% of patients with GERD?
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is characterized by reflux of acid from the stomach due to reduced ______ tone
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is characterized by reflux of acid from the stomach due to reduced ______ tone
Risk factors for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) include alcohol, tobacco, obesity, fat-rich diet, caffeine, and ______
Risk factors for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) include alcohol, tobacco, obesity, fat-rich diet, caffeine, and ______
One of the clinical features of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is heartburn, which can mimic ______ chest pain
One of the clinical features of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is heartburn, which can mimic ______ chest pain
A clinical feature of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is adult-onset ______ and cough
A clinical feature of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is adult-onset ______ and cough
Late complications of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) include ulceration with stricture and ______ esophagus
Late complications of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) include ulceration with stricture and ______ esophagus
