Acid Reflux Study Looks At Lifespan Of Sufferers

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), often known as acid reflux, is a common problem that has been associated with cancers, asthma, recurrent aspiration and pulmonary fibrosis. A new study published in The American Journal of Gastroenterology examines whether GERD sufferers may have shorter lifespans than those without the disease.

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Filed under: Acid Reflux/GERD on January 4th, 2008