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Does GERD Causes Osteoporosis & Asthma ? Also What Is

Posted on Fri, 25 Jan 2019

Question: Does GERD causes Osteoporosis & Asthma ? Also what is the chance of getting Barret's Esophagus for
28 year old guy from GERD.

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Answer given below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Severe form of GERD can cause asthma like symptoms.
GERD is not directly associated with osteoporosis.

The chances of getting Barrett's esophagus depends on the duration of the reflux and whether the patient is on treatment. Longer the duration and the reflux not controlled with medications and lifestyle changes, the risk of Barrett's esophagus becomes higher. Only about 10% of those with GERD may develop Barrett's esophagus.

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (52 minutes later)

Dear Sir,
ThanK you, But i am not experiencing any Heartburn .
Looking at my reports is it too bad ?....

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Answer given below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Heartburn is the classic symptom of GERD.
But sometimes GERD may present with other symptoms like regurgitation, feeling of lump in the throat, cough, throat pain etc.
No, your report does not look bad.

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (2 days later)

Thank You sir

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (2 days later)

Brief Answer:
Welcome

Detailed Answer:
Welcome

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy