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Understanding Heartburn and GERD
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Understanding Heartburn and GERD

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What is another formal name for heartburn?

  • Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) (correct)
  • Dyspepsia
  • Esophagitis
  • Gastric reflux

    • Where is the burning discomfort experienced in the case of heartburn?

  • Mainly in the throat
  • Behind the back
  • In the upper part of the stomach in the midline (epigastrium) (correct)
  • In the lower part of the stomach

    • What age group commonly experiences symptoms of reflux and esophagitis?

  • Young adults
  • Pregnant women
  • Children
  • Patients aged over 55 years (correct)

    • What factors are known to cause or aggravate heartburn?

    <p>Alcohol, smoking, and stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can aggravate heartburn?

    <p>Bending or lying down, recent increase in weight, and large meal</p> Signup and view all the answers

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