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Heartburn During Pregnancy? Read on For Easy Fixes

The health facets of pregnancy are so myriad that it's easy to get overwhelmed when trying to educate oneself. Today we're going to talk about one of the many small health issues that arise in 50% or more of women that are pregnant. One of the big issues is heartburn during pregnancy....More...

The Genetic Basis of Haemochromatosis

The authors review recent key advances in the field of inherited iron overload and assess their impact on clinical practice and on our understanding of iron regulation....More...

How to Keep Antibiotics from Upsetting Your Stomach

Antibiotics are great when it comes to killing bacteria. But often, they'll kill some of the "good" bacteria that resides in our intestinal tracts, causing gastrointestinal upset. Follow these steps to keep antibiotics from upsetting your stomach....More...

Digestive Tract Antifungal Remedy

The most common organism causing fungal infections is candida which is found in the human digestive tract, mouth and genital region. Under normal circumstances candida is controlled by beneficial bacteria but when the bacteria-fungus balance is upset, candida overgrowth can occur. Fortunately, diges...More...

What Are the Side Effects of Dexilant?

There is a possibility of side effects when taking Dexilant, though in many cases, the side effects are minor and will either disappear within a few days or are easily treated. Unfortunately, there are patients who will have side effects that persist or are severe....More...

About Vomiting

Vomiting is a common symptom that most people experience many times throughout their lives. Most vomiting is a result of minor illnesses, but occasionally it indicates a more serious problem. Vomiting may also be caused by anxiety, pregnancy, or motion sickness, and is sometimes self-induced....More...

Acid Reflux Symptoms

Acid reflux affects about 7 million people in the United States. Acid reflux occurs when acid and other stomach fluids move out of the stomach and up into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation of the esophageal tissues. This irritation and inflammation cause the characteristic burning s...More...

Bowel Disease: Changing Your Diet

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are types of inflammatory bowel disease. They cause inflammation and sores (ulcers) in the digestive tract. This can lead to symptoms such as diarrhea,belly pain,loss of appetite,fever,bloody stools,and weight loss. Often symptoms are worse after eating. If you...More...

Treatment for Helicobacter Pylori Peptic Ulcer

What is colorectal cancer? The purpose of the treatment that your doctor recommends in case you have a peptic ulcer caused by H. Pylori is to destroy the bacteria, to lower the quantity of acid from your stomach and duodenum and to preserve...More...

What Diet Helps Lymphocytic Colitis?

Lymphocyctic colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disorder that can cause all kinds of stresses, ranging from the physical stress of the symptoms to the psychological stress of not knowing whether your next meal will result in embarrassing digestive disturbances. While lymphocytic colitis can be...More...

How Does Vomiting Occur?

DefinitionVomiting is when a human or animal releases the contents of his or her stomach up through the esophagus and out the mouth or nasal passage.MedicallyThere is a spot in the human brain stem called the vomiting center. This is the part that communicates to the rest of the body......More...