Meaning of the word gerd in English
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gerd
US /ɡɚd/
UK /ɡɚd/
Noun
1.
abbreviation for gastroesophageal reflux disease : a medical condition in which acid from the stomach frequently goes back up into the esophagus (= the tube through which food passes to the stomach):
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If you suffer from GERD be aware that the medication can increase your acid reflux.
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