Can Menopause Affect Your Esophagus? Understanding Hormonal Links to GERD and Swallowing Issues
According to a 2021 study in the *American Journal of Gastroenterology*, postmenopausal women are 3.5 times more likely to develop gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) than premenopausal women. This significant difference indicates that, yes, menopause can affect your esophagus by altering hormonal balances that control digestive function and sphincter pressure. (Markdown OK).