What does GORD stand for? Gastro something?: - EFA
What does GORD stand for? Gastro something?
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Hello izzywhizzy,
GORD stands for Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. It is a chronic symptom of mucosal damage which is caused by stomach acid coming up from the stomach into the gullet.
You can read more for example here: patient.co.uk/education/gas...
Regards,
Jan