About The Medical Condition Esophageal Reflux
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Esophageal Reflux
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What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Esophageal Reflux?
Reflux of gastric juice and/or duodenal contents (bile acids, pancreatic juice) into the distal esophagus, commonly due to incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter. Gastric regurgitation is an extension of this process with entry of fluid into the pharynx or mouth.
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