Last Updated on November 30, 2024 by Analgesia team
GORD Medical Abbreviation
GORD is the medical abbreviation for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. GORD is a common condition that occurs when stomach acid leaks into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn and an unpleasant taste in the back of the mouth.
GORD can also cause other symptoms, including acid regurgitation, hoarseness, cough, asthma, and dental erosions.
GORD is often chronic and can be caused by a number of factors, including reduced tone of the lower esophageal sphincter, increased pressure in the stomach, delayed gastric emptying, and impaired clearance of acid from the esophagus.
Losing weight can help ease GORD symptoms if you are overweight