Gastroesophageal reflux disease is more commonly known as acid reflux or heartburn and revisits many victims everyday. This condition can range from uncomfortably mild or can be very serious, causing serious issues. The more a individual understands what this disease is all about, they will be better equipped to determine if this pain and discomfort is causing them grief. That burning sensation, or if the burning pain can move from the stomach into other areas such as the throat or the abdomen a couple times a week, they most likely have a acid reflux issue. Acid reflux becomes a problem when there is a malfunction with the LES or Lower Esophageal Sphincter. This is a ring of muscles that work much like a valve at the front of the stomach. If the valve is malfunctioning, by either opening more than normal or not sealing when it closes, the stomach acid is allowed to escape into the esophagus, which is not where the it belongs and is what causes the burning sensation that is always present with acid reflux. A Hiatal Hernia will have the same effect in some people. This type of hernia is responsible for the LES and the
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