How to Use GERD in a Sentence

GERD

noun
  • However, chronic and persistent acid reflux can be a sign of GERD.
    — Mark Gurarie, Health, 15 Feb. 2024
  • Prevacid is approved for GERD and erosive esophagitis in children ages 1 year or older.
    — Ashley Wong, Health, 24 Sep. 2024
  • This can lead to or worsen gastroesophageal reflux or GERD, which is the medical term for heartburn.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
  • For severe forms of acid reflux, such as GERD, your provider will prescribe a more potent medication.
    — Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025
  • Smoking can irritate the esophagus and increase the risk of GERD and esophageal cancer.
    — Lindsay Curtis, Health, 13 July 2024
  • Heartburn is one of the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
    — Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024
  • More research is needed to determine the most effective strains and their optimal dosages for GERD.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 14 Aug. 2025
  • For example, those with asthma may need an inhaler, while those with GERD might need to implement diet and lifestyle changes.
    — Nicole Harris, Parents, 10 July 2023
  • Heartburn can be a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or ulcers.
    — Patricia Weiser, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2024
  • On the other hand, fiber—especially soluble fiber—has been linked to relief from GERD symptoms.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), isn't just a daytime nuisance.
    — Talene Appleton, Men's Health, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Similarly, if their cough gets worse after eating and comes with heartburn, the diagnosis might be GERD.
    — Nicole Harris, Parents, 29 Sep. 2023
  • Drinking aloe vera juice shortly before meals may help alleviate symptoms of GERD or acid reflux.
    — Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2025
  • When consumed every day, lemon and other citrus fruits may increase the risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
    — Laura Schober, Health, 4 Nov. 2025
  • When consumed every day, lemon and other citrus fruits may increase the risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
    — Laura Schober, Health, 4 Dec. 2025
  • Doctors are increasingly aware of these kinds of pain syndromes in many disorders, including GERD.
    — Moises Velasquez-Manoff, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2023
  • The second letter of the condition known as GERD refers to what body part, into which stomach acid refluxes during flare-ups of the disease?
    — Drew Goins, The Atlantic, 26 June 2026
  • Babies are prone to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which can cause coughing and gagging as stomach acid irritates the throat.
    — Evan Forster, Parents, 17 June 2024
  • Some studies show that certain foods, like mint, lower LES pressure, which worsens GERD symptoms.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 11 Dec. 2025
  • People with stomach ulcers or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
    — Laura Schober, Health, 16 Jan. 2026
  • The acidic nature of coffee can be a source of discomfort for people with acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
    — Christina Manian, Health, 10 June 2026
  • Chronic reflux can signal gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which can cause long-term damage if left untreated.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 27 Nov. 2025
  • Evidence is limited on how food or diet affects GERD symptoms, and available research is conflicting.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Spaghetti squash may help boost immunity, alleviate symptoms of GERD, and protect against disease.
    — Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 5 Feb. 2025
  • Ginger may also help relieve symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), also known as chronic acid reflux.
    — Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 16 Sep. 2024
  • Overuse of heartburn and GERD medications can cause side effects such as headache, upset stomach, diarrhea, and constipation.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Nearly everyone experiences it at some point, but frequent spells might point to a chronic issue known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
    — Caroline Tien, SELF, 28 Oct. 2024
  • Those with acid reflux, or chronic acid reflux known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), anxiety, or sleep issues should steer clear, says Gandhi.
    — Emma Loewe, Outside, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Some evidence suggests that aloe vera may help with inflammation, high blood sugar, obesity, GERD, certain skin conditions, burns, and mouth sores.
    — Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2024
  • Probiotic foods are generally considered safe for GERD.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 20 Dec. 2025

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