Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GORD), also known as acid reflux, is a common relapsing condition caused by repeated reflux of the contents of the stomach. Some patients have the reflux symptoms; others have evidence of mucosal damage (oesophagitis) with or without symptoms; a small minority have complications such as bleeding or stricture.
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Gastro-intestinal tract disorders
There are several gastro-intestinal tract disorders for which acupuncture may be helpful. These include ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s Disease (the inflammatory bowel diseases); gastritis; and gastro-oesophageal reflux (acid reflux).
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disorder (GORD)
Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GORD), also known as acid reflux, is a common relapsing condition caused by repeated reflux of the contents of the stomach. Some patients have the reflux symptoms; others have evidence of mucosal damage (oesophagitis) with or without symptoms; a small minority have complications such as bleeding or stricture.