Heartburn

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DDx

  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (most common)
  • Hiatal hernia (causing GERD)
  • Gastritis
  • Peptic ulcer disease
  • Functional or nonulcer dyspepsia
  • Esophagitis, eg, candidiasis
  • Angina pectoris
  • Cholelithiasis
  • Esophageal motility disorder

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DDx

  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (most common)
  • Hiatal hernia (causing GERD)
  • Gastritis
  • Peptic ulcer disease
  • Functional or nonulcer dyspepsia
  • Esophagitis, eg, candidiasis
  • Angina pectoris
  • Cholelithiasis
  • Esophageal motility disorder

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