Got GERD? Aspirus Offers Free Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Presentation

Got GERD? You may have gastroesophageal reflux disease if you have any of these symptoms:

Heartburn – especially after eating and often worse at night or while lying down
Sour taste in the mouth
Regurgitation of stomach contents back into the mouth
Upper abdominal or chest pain
Trouble swallowing or the sensation of a lump in the throat
Sore throat, hoarseness, dry cough, or repeated throat clearing
Bloating, burping, nausea, or shortness of breath

GERD is caused by a weak valve that allows acid, bile and stomach contents to flow back from the stomach into the esophagus, creating heartburn and often causing damage to the lining of the esophagus. GERD can often be treated with:

Lifestyle changes
Over-the-counter and prescription medications
New minimally invasive surgical procedures

Learn more about GERD’s symptoms, long-term effects, and latest treatment options at a free presentation featuring Dr. Josh Pogorelec, General Surgeon with Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital & Clinics.

This free presentation will be held Thursday, May 16, from 5:30 to 7 pm in Classrooms A and B at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital, 2817 New Pinery Road in Portage. Pre-registration is preferred, but not required. To pre-register, call 608-745-6289.