Living with acid reflux can feel like an endless fight against discomfort. By making dietary and lifestyle choices GERD and reflux sufferers can improve their symptoms and make each day more comfortable.
One of the ways to soothe acid reflux at home i...
Posted on November 12th, 2019
Sleeping with acid reflux can be downright impossible. Waking up in the middle of the night choking on acid and coughing violently are all symptoms of nighttime reflux.
At times it can feel like youll never get a good sleep. However some research sugg...
Posted on November 1st, 2019
Acid reflux may be a common gastrointestinal problem, but it turns out its symptoms are not always that common. From headaches to nerve pain, there are uncommon acid reflux symptoms that can cause alarm and panic to patients. So, what are rare acid re...
Posted on October 16th, 2019
Studies show that up to 60% of the population report having acid reflux symptoms at least once in their lives. It’s one of the most common digestive disorders in the West. Its most symptoms include heartburn, acid regurgitation, and constipation....
Posted on October 11th, 2019
Colon cancer patients experience a host of side effects that can make food unappealing. When left untreated, patients may experience rapid weight loss, which is detrimental to their health and recovery. Breakfast is an opportunity to introduce creative...
Posted on October 3rd, 2019
Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women, next to lung and breast cancer. Colon cancer poses some similarities to common gastrointestinal problems and some gynecologic issues, making it easy for women to pass off warnin...
Posted on September 21st, 2019
Chronic acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can produce symptoms beyond the usual heartburn and sore throat. GERD manifests itself in different ways, with some patients experiencing less common but still normal signs of the condition....
Posted on September 16th, 2019
A colonoscopy is a routine procedure performed to diagnose colorectal polyps. This screening method has been instrumental in diagnosing colon cancer in its early stages, as well as preventing growths from morphing into cancer altogether. The first step...
Posted on September 4th, 2019
Colonoscopy side-effects vary from patient to patient, but one particular side-effect is causing discomfort among patients: back pain. So, is back pain after colonoscopy serious? While uncommon compared to the other side-effects, back pain after a col...
Posted on September 3rd, 2019
Preparing for an upper endoscopy can be nerve-wracking. Thankfully, this routine procedure employs sedatives to maximize patient comfort. Medical professionals often use benzodiazepines and an opioid to put the patient in a state of moderate sedation. ...
Posted on August 13th, 2019
