What are the signs of GERD?

Question

any specific descriptions? and how long is the treatment? thanks!

Answer 1

Symptoms include:

heartburn, burning chest pain, cough, belching,  difficulty swallowing, nausea &  regurgitation although a person seldom has all the symptoms.

Treatment can take from several weeks to a lifetime of treatment.

Answer 2

Prolonged heartburn is one of the symptoms.   Length of treatment depends on the person - some have to stay on meds for 6 mos; others indefinitely.