A Study to Assess the Presence of Gerd Based on Salivaryph Test and its Association with Selected Life Style Factors among College Going Students in Selected Arts and Science College at Kattumannarkoil, Cuddalore District

N. Sathyapriya, Dr. K. Latha

Abstract: The study was conducted to identify the GERD among college going students. A total of 456 students were selected from various departments in MRK Arts & Science college, Kattumannarkoil. Self Administered Associate Factors Questionnaire developed by the researcher. Identify the GERD by Salivary pH test using pH strip. RESULT: GERD association with many factors and 24% of Under Graduate students had GERD.

Keywords: Salivary pH, Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease

How to Cite?: N. Sathyapriya, Dr. K. Latha, "A Study to Assess the Presence of Gerd Based on Salivaryph Test and its Association with Selected Life Style Factors among College Going Students in Selected Arts and Science College at Kattumannarkoil, Cuddalore District", Volume 11 Issue 12, December 2022, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 714-716, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR221212162027, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR221212162027