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Scrat [10]
3 years ago
5

What might occur if the sphincter between the esophagus and stomach doesn't close correctly, and some of the stomach contents en

ter into the esophagus?
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1 answer:
iren2701 [21]3 years ago
3 0
This is termed GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). It is characterized by acid reflux, indigestion, and heartburn. It can lead to erosive esophagitis, inflammation of the esophagus.
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