acid reflux
Definitions
A condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation in the chest known as heartburn.
The backward flow of gastric contents into the esophagus due to the failure of the lower esophageal sphincter to close properly.
Examples
Eating spicy food late at night often triggers my acid reflux.
He started sleeping with an extra pillow to help manage his chronic acid reflux.
Synonyms
GERD gastroesophageal reflux disease heartburn acid indigestion pyrosis
Antonyms
digestive comfort gastrointestinal health normal digestion absence of heartburn