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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment | Acid Reflux Explained

GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders, caused by chronic acid reflux from the stomach into the esophagus. But how do you differentiate it from other causes of chest pain or dyspepsia—and what’s the best approach to diagnosis and management? In this high-yield gastroenterology video, we break down GERD pathophysiology, clinical presentation, investigations, and treatment—perfect for USMLE, MCCQE, PLAB, and NCLEX exam prep. What You’ll Learn in This Video: What is GERD? – Chronic acid reflux causing symptoms or esophageal injury Pathophysiology: Transient relaxation or incompetence of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) Acid exposure → mucosal inflammation → possible Barrett’s esophagus Risk Factors: Obesity, pregnancy, hiatal hernia, smoking, caffeine, alcohol, fatty foods Symptoms: Heartburn (worse after meals or lying down) Regurgitation, chest pain, chronic cough, sore throat, hoarseness Diagnosis: Clinical diagnosis; confirm with upper endoscopy or pH monitoring if uncertain Management: Lifestyle modifications: weight loss, elevate head of bed, avoid trigger foods Medications: antacids, H₂ blockers, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) Surgical options: Nissen fundoplication for refractory cases Complications: Esophagitis, Barrett’s esophagus, adenocarcinoma Perfect For: Medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals studying for USMLE, MCCQE, PLAB, or NCLEX exams. Support Our Work: If you find this video helpful, please Like, Subscribe, and Share to support free, high-yield medical education with CanadaQBank. Follow CanadaQBank: Website: https://www.canadaqbank.com Facebook:   / canadaqbank   Twitter:   / canadaqbank   Free Demo: https://www.canadaqbank.com/register.... Hashtags: #GERD #AcidReflux #GastroesophagealRefluxDisease #Heartburn #Gastroenterology #USMLE #MCCQE #PLAB #NCLEX #MedicalEducation #CanadaQBank #HighYieldMedicine CanadaQBank.com is an online test preparation service for the medical licensing exams of Australia (AMC CAT), Canada (MCCQE), Saudi Arabia (SMLE), United Kingdom (PLAB) and the United States (USMLE). In addition, CanadaQBank offers Android, iOS and Windows mobile applications which allow medical students and physicians to practice the questions and cases on their phones and tablets and study anywhere. Over 75,000 medical students and physicians from 187 countries have subscribed to CanadaQBank.com and studied with our QBanks to prepare for the AMC CAT, MCCQE, PLAB, SMLE and the USMLE. Read our 750 verified Testimonials: https://canadaqbank.com/testimonials.php Subscribe to our YouTube channel and view over 450 Instructional Tutorial Videos about high yield topics tested on the AMC CAT (Australia), MCCQE (Canada), PLAB(United Kingdom), SMLE (Saudi Arabia), USMLE (United States). Our YouTube channel is here:    / canadaqbank   How to work as a Physician in Australia, Canada, Saudi Arabia, UK, USA: https://www.canadaqbank.com/physician...