acid reflux

American  

[as-id ree-fluhks] / ˈæs ɪd ˈri flʌks /

noun

Pathology.

1. a chronic condition in which acid from the stomach flows back into the lower esophagus, causing pain or tissue damage.

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acid reflux British  

noun

1. the regurgitation of stomach acid into the oesophagus, causing heartburn

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acid reflux Scientific  

1. See heartburn

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Etymology

Origin of acid reflux

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

But then my AFib kicked in and acid reflux kicked in and pneumonia kicked in.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Go to your doctor and explain your symptoms and don't be put off by acid reflux or anything like that.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Between 40 and 70 percent of patients on these drugs report gastrointestinal adverse effects, like acid reflux, chronic diarrhea, and/or constipation.

From Slate • Mar. 22, 2026

Vocal cord injuries are particularly common among older adults, especially those who experience acid reflux or smoke.

From Science Daily • Jan. 2, 2026

Cowell deemed this acid reflux extravaganza to be “small.”

From Salon • May 31, 2025

Related Words

• indigestion