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One such cause of GERD is a hiatal (or hiatus) hernia. This is an anatomical abnormality where a hole in the diaphragm allows the upper part of the stomach to enter the chest cavity, sometimes leading to GERD. Pregnancy is also sometimes a cause of acid reflux due to extra pressure being placed on the internal organs.
GERD (acid reflux) facts. 1  GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a condition in which the acidified liquid content of the stomach backs up into the esophagus. 2  The cause of GERD is complex and may involve multiple causes. 3  GERD may damage the lining of the esophagus, thereby causing inflammation (esophagitis), although this is uncommon. 4  The 5  ... he