Prevalence, associated factors and medication for symptoms related to gastroesophageal reflux disease among 1114 private-tuition students of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Prevalence, associated factors and medication for symptoms related to gastroesophageal reflux disease among 1114 private-tuition students of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Abstract Background Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a chronic and a common condition worldwide which causes mild to severe symptoms. Private tuition attendees are a group which could have potential risk factors for GORD. Therefore, we aimed to determine the prevalence, associated factors a...

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Main Authors: Darsha Gunasinghe, Chathurika Gunawardhana, Shakthi Halahakoon, Ali Haneeka, Najiyya Hanim, Chamara Hapuarachchi, Devarajan Rathish
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-02-01
Series:BMC Gastroenterology
Subjects:
School children
Boarded
Midnight snacks
Lack of breakfast
Quick eating
Inadequate sleep
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12876-020-01193-3

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