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gastric acid [′gas·trik ′as·əd] (biochemistry) Hydrochloric acid secreted by parietal cells in the fundus of the stomach. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A new mechanism has recently been proposed as an inciting factor for sinusitis: nasal or nasopharyngeal irritation from gastric acid reflux. And it would eliminate two categories of drugs--antihistamines and gastric acid reducers--from coverage altogether, said USA Today. Addition ally, exposure of the esophagus to gastric acid is largely responsible for symptoms. |
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