freestocks.org/Pexels Have you ever experienced heartburn or the feeling of fluid in your throat? These are classic symptoms of acid reflux. The term “GERD” stands for Gastro (stomach) Esophageal Reflux Disease, a condition caused by back-up of stomach contents such as acid, bile, or even food in the esophagus causing bothersome symptoms. But sometimes the symptoms are atypical – like difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, or a chronic cough. Even worse, symptoms may include squeezing chest pain, making it hard to tell if it’s heart burn or a heart attack. It’s very important to distinguish between reflux and heart or lung