Posts Tagged GERD

Vocal Cord Cyst

Vocal Cord Cyst

A saclike growth on the vocal cord that usually develops as a result of persistent irritation such as from smoking or GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISORDER (GERD), which may flush the VOCAL CORDS with gastric juices when an individual is lying d.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 09.15.10 | No Comments

Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)

Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)

A disorder that occurs when stomach acid moves backward from the stomach into the esophagus. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) usually occurs because the muscular valve where the esophagus joins the stomach does not close properly. Whe.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 03.18.09 | 3 Comments