Gerd

Definition of Gerd

GERD stands for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. It is a condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus and causes irritation and discomfort.

How should Gerd divide into syllables

This word has only one syllable. It has one vowel sound 'e' and two consonant sounds 'g' and 'r'.

Part of Speech - Gerd

My aunt has been suffering from GERD for a long time now.

Sentences with Gerd

• 1. My father has GERD and he needs to take medication before every meal.
• 2. Eating spicy food can trigger GERD and cause discomfort.
• 3. The doctor suggested that I avoid eating late at night to reduce my GERD symptoms.
• 4. My friend was diagnosed with GERD after experiencing severe heartburn for a few weeks.
• 5. Drinking alcohol can make GERD worse and cause more frequent episodes of acid reflux.
• 6. My grandmother's GERD has improved after she started following a strict diet.
• 7. The doctor prescribed antacids to help manage my GERD symptoms.
• 8. GERD can cause chest pain and difficulty swallowing.
• 9. My sister had to undergo surgery to treat her severe GERD.
• 10. GERD can be managed with lifestyle changes and medication.

Quotes with Gerd

• 1. "I have GERD, which is acid reflux. So I have to have my esophagus dilated every couple of years. And I hate it. It's so uncomfortable." - Ray Romano
• 2. "I have a tendency to get a little bit of acid reflux. I find that if I just cut out gluten, sugar, and dairy, my skin clears up, I have more energy, and my acid reflux goes away." - Gwyneth Paltrow
• 3. "I had acid reflux so badly by the end of my twenties that I was hoarse all the time and had to go on medication." - John Mayer
• 4. "I have GERD. I have to eat a certain way, and if I don't, it's not good. I have to sleep a certain way." - Tracy Morgan
• 5. "I was diagnosed with GERD, which is basically acid reflux. I had to modify my diet, stop smoking, and cut back on alcohol." - Roger Daltrey

Number of characters in Gerd

4 ( g, e, r, d )

Unique letters in Gerd

4 ( g, e, r, d )

Gerd Backwards

dreg

Phonetic Transcription of Gerd

IPA (International): gɜ:d

ARA (American): gɝd

EPA (English): gɜ:d

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