Abstract

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the most common gastrointestinal (GI) complaints in all ages. GERD varies in presentation and diagnosis based on typical symptoms of heartburn and acid regurgitation. There is many symptoms or complications of GERD such as acid regurgitation, heartburn and chronic cough. GERD causes troublesome symptoms for the patient who experience it. The patient’s lifestyle is the risk factor for GERD. Obesity, high dietary fat, consumption of carbonated drinks have increased GERD symptoms. Chocolate and carbonated beverages decrease the pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter, so they may cause reflux. Therefore, this article review of GERD will include information of lifestyle intervention as part of GERD management.

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