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What Links GERD to Hearing and Balance Issues?

GERD links to tinnitus and balance disorders, while Barrett’s esophagus shows no ties.

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    GERD linked to increased risk of ear disorders.

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    Study used Mendelian randomization with >600,000 participants.

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    Effect sizes for tinnitus were small.

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    Barrett's esophagus showed no associations.

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    Key investigator: Wen Zhao.

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    Limitations included focus on European ancestry populations.

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    Findings highlight GERD's broader impact on ear and balance health.

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What Links GERD to Hearing and Balance Issues?

GERD links to tinnitus and balance disorders, while Barrett’s esophagus shows no ties.

  • by Stanley Gajete

  • September 12, 2025

  • 3 min

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