What can happen if GERD is untreated?
What can happen if GERD is untreated?
If GERD is left untreated, there can be damage to the esophagus, says Lisa Ganjhu, DO, a gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Medical Center. Learn more about the dangers of untreated GERD in this video, including esophageal cancer.
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