Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder characterized by the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus, often causing symptoms like heartburn, nausea, and swallowing difficulties. Common causes include obesity, pregnancy, and certain lifestyle habits, with a recommendation for those experiencing frequent symptoms to seek medical evaluation, possibly through a GI endoscopy. Dr. Vikas Singla, an experienced physician at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, specializes in treating gastrointestinal diseases like GERD.

1. GERD: Symptoms
and Causes

3. GERD is a short form for gastroesophageal reflux diseases. Also called acid reflux, it is a
digestive disorder in which acid from the stomach flows back into the oesophagus. Acid reflux
affects lower oesophageal sphincter, a ring of muscles between the stomach and oesophagus.
People suffering from frequent episodes of acid reflux should see a doctor as soon as possible.
The doctor might ask them to get GI endoscopy done which is a procedure in which a flexible
tube with a camera at its front end is pushed down the oesophagus for the examination of the
digestive system and collecting a sample of tissue if needed. It is a complex procedure and
should be done by an experienced endoscopist working with a reputed good hospital like
Endoscopist Gangaram Hospital.

5. Symptoms of GERD
Major symptoms of GERD are:
• Heartburn
• Nausea and vomiting
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Food and sour liquid moving back into the oesophagus
• Pain and pressure in the chest

7. Causes of GERD
TheThere are several causes of GERD. Some of them are listed below:
 Obesity which exerts enormous pressure on the abdomen
 Pregnancy which leads to an increase in the pressure on the abdomen
 Gastroparesis which means food stays in the stomach longer than it should
 Connective tissue disorders like rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, or lupus

8. Habits that may cause GERD
 Smoking
 Consuming large meals
 Going to bed shortly after having food
 Eating fried and spicy food regularly
 Excessive intake of beverages like soda, coffee, and alcohol
 Taking anti-inflammatory drugs like aspirin frequently
Visit Dr Vikas Singla To Get Gastrointestinal Diseases Treated

10. Dr Vikas Singla has more than 10 years of experience in treating gastrointestinal
diseases like GERD. He also performs procedures like endoscopy to diagnose the
conditions affecting the digestive system.

11. Contact US
Address:Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi-110060
Private OPD, Room No. F-92, 1st Floor
Phone:011-25750000, 011-42254000
Mobile:+91 9999507480
Email: singlavikas1979@gmail.com