What Is GERD?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
5. Burning Sensation
The most telling symptom of GERD is that the patient will experience an uncomfortable burning sensation in their esophagus. The sensation will only be very mild in some people while it can very painful in others. Some people are able to take it in stride, while others will need medication.
While GERD can be painful, it will not usually actually cause any damage. However, it can if severe cases are left untreated, and this can result in further problems for the patient. It is always a good idea to get the condition seen to if it is becoming too difficult to handle.
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