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Foods That Help With Acid
Acid reflux and heartburn occur when stomach acid backflows into your esophagus, irritating the lining. You might experience this condition occasionally, but if you deal with it on a continual basis you may suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Whether you endure the periodic bout of a
Acid Reflux Disease Leads To Serious Health Problems
These days you can barely flip on the TV or open a magazine without seeing an ad for Prilosec or Tagamet. These prescription drugs are for heartburn. There's a reason they are so popular. Up to 40% of American adults suffer with acid reflux disease. This condition causes painful heartburn, and
Naturally Defeats Acid Reflux Without Drugs
Heavy wool has been pulled over our brains over the years, and led to believe that the natural digestive acids produced by the stomach are the cause of stomach problems such as acid reflux. Accordingly, acid-blocker drugs and anti-acids are selling like hot cakes, but cannot and do not address the o
What Are the Effects of Bulemia While Purging?
Bulimia is an eating disorder that most often involves purging, or self-induced vomiting. There may also be other abuses of the body associated with bulimia, such as overusing laxatives, fasting, over exercising and binge eating.
Helicobacter pylori Eradication Therapy Vs. Antisecretory
Upper gastrointestinal haemorrhage is a major cause of morbidity, mortality and medical care costs, with peptic ulcer being the most frequent source of bleeding.
Gastroparesis
Extensive research has offered insight into the common disorder of gastroparesis. How does it generally develop, and what are the most effective treatments available?
Safe Treatment of Intestinal Strictures in Crohn's Disease
What is endoscopic balloon dilation, and is it considered to be a safe and effective alternative to surgical resection in Crohn's disease?
Chronic Pancreatitis
Is there a connection between celiac disease and pancreatitis? This new study takes a look at this and other issues in the understanding and treatment of the disease.
The Evaluation and Treatment of Hemorrhoids
What is the best way for clinicians to diagnose and treat hemorrhoids? Information presented here will aid in the assessment and definitive care of these patients, including medical and nonsurgical approaches.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Definition of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Definition of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Coffee May Not Induce Reflux
Patients with heartburn are often advised by their doctors not to drink coffee, but new research shows that a cup of java has a minimal effect, if any, on acid reflux disease.
When Treating Excess Stomach Acid, Should You Rely on Acid Reflux Medications or Natural Treatments?
Typically, when something is ailing us we turn to some type of medicine to relieve our pain or symptoms. Often, this is done without knowing much about the particular medication at all. For example, there are numerous acid reflux medications on the market these days.
How to Treat Slow Healing Venous Insuffiency Ulcers
Venous insufficiency ulcers result from improper blood flow from the legs back up to the heart. They typically appear on the calf, sides of the lower legs and ankles. Skin ulcers usually take awhile to heal. You must properly care for these ulcers to promote healing or serious complications can resu
Little Centipedes in the Soil
Centipedes are arthropods with one pair of jointed legs on each segment of their bodies. These creatures are vital members of the soil food web, the community of organisms that inhabits soil and creates nutrients for food crops and all plant life.
What Is a Low-FODMAP Diet
If you have IBS, limiting FODMAPs may alleviate abdominal pain, gas, bloating, and more. Learn how FODMAPs work in the gut.
The Management of Pediatric Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
How should clinicians approach the management of their young patients with this disease?
Implantation Bleeding With No Symptoms
For many women who have not had implantation bleeding before, it can be confusing and give cause for concern. Most of the time, implantation bleeding is no reason to be concerned and is a normal part of some pregnancies.
Sleep Disorders and Inflammatory Disease Activity
Are patients with IBD prone to developing sleep disorders and, if so, what are the reasons?
Baby Reflux Wedge - Helping Your Baby Cope With Acid Reflux
If you have ever suffered from the burn of heartburn, you know how it could be excruciating to endure for a small baby. A baby reflux wedge may be the difference between a cranky and restful one.
What Is the Surgical Treatment for Heartburn?
There are some surgical options available for chronic acid reflux sufferers, but it is not something used for just any heartburn victim. There are many other treatment options for heartburn that are more gentle and less invasive. However, in some unfortunate circumstances, all those other treatments