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

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Example Sentences

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acid reflux

Weight-loss surgery and some medicines used for diabetes or acid reflux can also reduce absorption.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 25, 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

Her dad said afterward that acid reflux had made her vocal cords swell, necessitating the last-minute switch from live to Memorex.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 2, 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

Her youngest child is 22 months old and still nursing; he has acid reflux and an allergy to other forms of milk.

From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2025

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