What symptom does reflux esophagitis have?

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Reflux esophagitis is very common in western countries. About 7% to 15% of the population has gastroesophageal reflux symptoms, the incidence rate increases with age. 40~60 years of age are the peak age, there is no difference in the incidence of male and female, but in reflux esophagitis, more men than women (2~3: 1). When GERD occurs, there are more or less the following manifestations, which should be paid attention to. What symptom does reflux esophagitis have? Let's talk about it.

What symptom does reflux esophagitis have?

Heartburn and reflux are the most common symptoms of the disease, and they are characteristic, so they are called typical symptoms. Reflux refers to the feeling of gastric contents flowing into the pharynx or mouth without nausea and exertion. It is called acid reflux when it contains sour taste or only sour water. Heartburn refers to the burning sensation behind the sternum or under the xiphoid process, often extending upward from the lower part of the sternum. Pay more attention at this time, don't eat some food.

Symptoms of esophagitis other than heartburn and reflux. Chest pain is caused by reflux stimulation of the esophagus and occurs behind the sternum. In severe cases, it can be severe stabbing pain, which can radiate to the back, chest, shoulder, neck and behind the ear. Sometimes it is similar to angina pectoris, with or without heartburn and reflux. At this time, we should pay attention to rest. We should no longer work in a deserted place.

It is caused by the stimulation or injury of tissues or organs outside the esophagus by reflux, such as pharyngitis, chronic cough and asthma. Don't eat too spicy food, so as not to burn the stomach.

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Suffering from this disease is indeed very unfortunate, but I hope that what I said will have a little effect on our defense against the invasion of disease. Finally, I hope that we can all stay away from the trouble of disease!