Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)-induced ulcers, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are common disorders of the gastrointestinal (GO tract that are either more prevalent in women or exacerbated during pregnancy. This chapter reviews the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of these disorders in primary care and focuses on special medicaid [...]