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gastroesophageal reflux (GAS-tro-ee-SAH-fuh-JEE-ul REE-flux)

 The backward flow of stomach acid contents into the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach). Also called esophageal reflux or gastric reflux.

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