reflux's Usage Examples:

nasogastric intubation, the tube may be difficult to pass, but reflux of gastric fluid is generally obtained.

acid reflux, these squamous cells can be replaced by mucus-secreting cells similar to those found in the intestine.

The inflow to the deep basins is intermittent, probably with a long period of flux and reflux.

This is significant to GERD sufferers because foods that take longer to digest are usually more likely to trigger acid reflux attacks.

duodenal ulceration, gastric ulceration or oesophageal reflux disease may be treated with a single bedtime dose of 300 mg.

Other possible causes of croup are bacteria, inhaled irritants, allergies, and acid reflux.

In reflux nephropathy there is a particular type of scarring which can be seen on some types of X-ray.

Esophageal manometric study will allow us to evaluate the competency of the lower esophageal sphincter; the competency will help to prevent gastroesophageal reflux.

A ureter may have an ectopic (out-of-place) orifice (opening): it may enter the bladder, or even another structure, where it does not belong and therefore lack an adequate valve to control reflux.

Instead, the medicines make the refluxed contents less acidic, which lessens the discomfort.

Who can forget the fuel tax debacle last autumn?Shortly after the incident, Simpson called MTV's Total Request Live and explained that the Saturday Night Live debacle was due to an acid reflux condition that caused her to lose her voice.

The ester is heated under reflux with a dilute alkali like sodium hydroxide solution.

In addition to reducing the frequency and severity of acid reflux symptoms, a diet that embraces whole grains, lean proteins, and vegetables in a natural state will have numerous other health benefits.

Synonyms:

flowing, flow, ebbtide, ebb,

Antonyms:

ebb, stand still, tide, good health, flood tide,