Results for "Gastroenterology"

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Food Poisoning or Stomach Flu: How to Tell the Difference
It’s 2 a.m., and you wake up feeling awful. Cold sweats, nausea and maybe even vomiting or diarrhea have taken over the early hours of your day. Could...
January 08
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Want to Have a Healthier Colon? Try These Foods
If your colon is working well, you probably don’t give it much thought. You just let your digestive system do its thing and get on with your life. But...
December 20
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What You Should Know About Risankizumba (Skyrizi)
Conditions like psoriasis, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis can be tough to control, and their symptoms can make it hard for you to live your life...
December 09
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Managing Heartburn, Acid Reflux and GERD During the Holidays
When the holiday season rolls around, you may find that you reach for treats like candy canes, cocoa, eggnog and high-fat desserts and symptoms of acid...
November 18
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Why Does My Child’s Tummy Ache? Common Causes and What to Do
Tummy pain is one of the most common complaints in children. As a parent, you’ve likely heard “My stomach hurts!” more than a few times.  “Stomachaches...
November 07
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Are Lectins in Your Diet Bad for Your Gut?
When it comes to a healthy diet, you’ll usually see beans, grains and vegetables at the top of the list. But these foods may contain lectins, which you...
November 06
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4 Things to Know About the Connection Between Diabetes and Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a serious health concern. It is one of the least common types of cancer in the U.S., yet it is the third leading cause of cancer death.  Early...
October 28
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Silent Reflux: Understanding Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)
Lots of people know about gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and its common symptoms, like acid reflux, heartburn and stomach acid in the throat or...
September 30
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Esophageal Strictures: How Untreated GERD Can Lead to Scarring
A lot of people have heartburn once in a while, maybe after a heavy or fatty meal. But gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is more than just occasional...
August 19
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Understanding the Connection Between GERD and Snoring
If you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and you snore, you might not think the two conditions have much in common. After all, GERD is a digestive...
June 24