Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Quiz
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Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS (Primary Care)
Dr. Nass received dual medical degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University in Medicine and Science. He completed Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center with subsequent fellowships at Ventura, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, George Washington University, and University of California-Irvine. He holds faculty appointments at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Western University of Health Sciences.
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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What is Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
A condition where stomach acid flows back up the esophagus (food pipe). It can be caused or worsened by obesity, alcohol, and caffeine. Eating habits also play a role - eating large meals quickly or lying down after meals are known triggers.
Typical Symptoms of Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Previously treated for H. pylori
Feeling uncomfortably bloated after meals
Upset tummy / upper abdominal discomfort
Acid reflux symptoms
Burning sensation in the chest, rising up from the stomach
Nausea or vomiting after eating
Upper central abdominal pain
Sensation that something is stuck in my throat
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Have you been treated for H. pylori infection?
Do you feel a lump or pressure in your throat?
Do you fear the next panic attack?
Are you experiencing heartburn?
Treatmentof Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Treatment starts with lifestyle changes like eating smaller meals and taking a walk after heavy meals. Medications to reduce stomach acid or speed up digestion may be helpful. In severe cases, patients can undergo procedures or surgery.
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Reviewed By:
Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS (Primary Care)
Dr. Nass received dual medical degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University in Medicine and Science. He completed Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center with subsequent fellowships at Ventura, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, George Washington University, and University of California-Irvine. He holds faculty appointments at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Western University of Health Sciences.
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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