GERD in Pregnant Women

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Christopher C

 

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August 6, 2016

 

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Repeated episodes of reflux may cause esophagitis, peptic esophageal strictures, esophageal ulcers, and dysphagia. Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is a major symptom of GERD . Dysphagia may be caused by primary or secondary esophageal motor dysfunction (Ogorek, 1989). In one study, it was found that out of 1000 patients with GERD, 51...
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In one study, it was found that out of 1000 patients with GERD, 51.3 percent experienced dysphagia. Aspiration, secondary to food obstruction, occurred in 30 percent of these patients. Some patients even developed respiration problems (Henderson, 1977). In uncomplicated cases of GERD, treatment consists of elevation of the head of the bed, avoidance of acid-stimulating foods, and regular administration of antacids and promotility agents(Richter, 1997)...
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