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reflux esophagitis

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reflux esophagitis [‚rē‚fləks i‚säf·ə′jīd·əs]
(medicine)
An inflammation of the lower esophagus that results from excessive acid reflux or regurgitation from the stomach, symptoms include heartburn and indigestion.


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As with reflux esophagitis which accompanies mucosal injuries to the esophagus, non-erosive GERD is typified by severe heartburn and a significant decline in quality of life.
The inflammation of the esophagus caused by the regurgitation of the content of the stomach is known as acid reflux or reflux esophagitis The most recognized symptom of acid reflux is heartburn The inflammation of the esophagus caused by the regurgitation of the content of the stomach is known as acid reflux or reflux esophagitis.
Precautions: Persons suffering from reflux esophagitis should take light early dinner.
 
 
 
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