Can GERD persist past medication?

The simple answer is that GERD symptoms can persist despite taking medication that should suppress your stomach acid. The answer for you is not simple. You have a very complex case if you’ve not had relief from all of those measures. read more

About GERD: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is when food or liquid travels from the stomach back up into the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach). This partially digested material is usually acidic and can irritate the esophagus, often causing heartburn and other symptoms. read more

Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD (UK ~ gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, GORD) is a chronic condition characterized by constant or recurrent episodes of acid reflux. read more