Inflammation of the oesophagus(Oesophagitis) is often due to acid
reflux from the stomach(gastro-oesophageal reflux disease(GORD)).
Most cases of Oesophagitis are due to reflux of stomach acid which irritates the inside lining.
This is a general term which describes the range of situations-
acid reflux, with or without Oesophagitis.
This is a general term which describes the range of situations-
acid reflux, with or without Oesophagitis and symptoms.
Oesophagitis due to acid reflux is common,
but a stricture causing difficulty swallowing(dysphagia) is an uncommon complication of this.
Oesophagitis due to acid reflux is common,
but a stricture causing difficulty swallowing(dysphagia) is an uncommon complication of this problem.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease(GORD) is a general term which describes the range of situations-
acid reflux, with or without Oesophagitis and symptoms.
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease(GORD) This is a general term which describes the range of situations-
acid reflux, with or without Oesophagitis and symptoms.
Although Oesophagitis and cancer are the most common causes of oesophageal narrowings(strictures)
there are various other causes- for example, following surgery or radiotherapy to the oesophagus.
This helps prevent acid going back up into your gullet(oesophagus)- the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach-
and so protects against acid reflux and Oesophagitis.