The Bidirectional Relationship Between Gut Microbiome and GERD: Cause or Consequence?
GERD is a chronic condition that causes stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn. Emerging research suggests a complex relationship between GERD and the gut microbiome, where imbalances in gut bacteria may contribute to the development and severity of GERD. Understanding this bidirectional relationship opens new possibilities for treatment, including microbiome-targeted therapies that go beyond traditional acid suppression methods.
AUTHOR: Ira Renko, MSc, Master in Molecular biotechnology
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