When the stomach's contents back up into the esophagus it is known as:
A) GERD.
B) hiatal hernia.
C) esophagitis.
D) peristalsis.
A
Explanation: A) Correct. Gastroesophageal reflux disease allows back up into the esophagus.
B) A hiatal hernia may lead to GERD.
C) Esophagitis can be the result of GERD.
D) Peristalsis is a series of wavelike muscular contractions.
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