|Articles|August 21, 2013

Which GERD Symptom Responds to Acid Suppression?

GERD symptoms (regurgitation, heartburn, cough, globus) do not all respond to proton-pump inhibitor therapy.

Which of the following symptoms associated with GERD is most likely to respond to acid suppressants?

A. Regurgitation
B. Heartburn
C. Cough
D. Globus

Please click here for the answer and discussion.

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