Which of the following terms refers to the symptom of
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) which is characterized by a
burning sensation in the esophagus?
a) Pyrosis
Pyrosis refers to a burning sensation in the esophagus and indicates
GERD.
b) Dyspepsia
Indigestion is termed dyspepsia.
c) Dysphagia
Difficulty swallowing is termed dysphagia.
d) Odynophagia
Pain on swallowing is termed odynophagia.
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) which is characterized by a
burning sensation in the esophagus?
a) Pyrosis
Pyrosis refers to a burning sensation in the esophagus and indicates
GERD.
b) Dyspepsia
Indigestion is termed dyspepsia.
c) Dysphagia
Difficulty swallowing is termed dysphagia.
d) Odynophagia
Pain on swallowing is termed odynophagia.