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Normal Liver Enzymes in Patients With Chronic HCV or HBV
David Bernstein, MD, discusses the current approach to treating patients positive for hepatitis C or B virus infection and normal liver aminotransferase levels.
Oral Bisphosphonates: Risk of Severe Upper GI Complications
Bisphosphonates are commonly prescribed in the primary prevention of osteoporotic fractures, but could they put patients at risk for severe upper gastrointestinal complications?
Cure Heartburn Safely With Natural Remedies and Treatments
Excessive acid in our stomach leads to the regurgitation of the acid into esophagus and causes heartburn. Natural remedies for heartburn are the safe and effective treatment.
Neoadjuvant Chemoradiation for Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma
This new study explores the effectiveness of neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy followed by liver transplantation in patients with perihilar cholangiocarcinoma. What do the results tell us?
Remedies for Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning sensation in the esophagus near the breastbone. If a person has persistent heartburn, he should see a physician. It can be a symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. Sufferers of GERD experience stomach acids or bile moving up through the esophagus. The acid can da
Reflux Disease
Reflux, a common condition wherein stomach acid and liquids back-flow into the throat, can present itself as an occasional or recurrent problem. Regardless of the severity of acid reflux, treatments are available to control this condition.
What Foods Cause Acid Reflux?
Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease or heartburn, is a medical condition that causes the esophagus to become inflamed and irritated when stomach acids back up into the esophagus. Under normal circumstances, the lower esophageal sphincter tightens during the...
What Are The Causes of Heartburn?
To treat heartburn effectively, it is vital that you know what are the causes of heartburn in the first place. Though not really life-threatening, heartburn, being a chronic condition can affect the quality of your life nonetheless.
Acid Reflux Help - Suffering From Acid Reflux? Here's Help
An occasional feeling of heartburn is quite common among people. However, if you're affected more than twice a week, then your condition may be more serious. So where exactly do you get help? In any case, you should be able to find medications at your local drug store quite easily. However, if
Menopause & Heartburn
Menopause is a natural part of every woman's life and is defined as beginning once the menstrual periods have stopped for at least 12 consecutive months. The time leading up to menopause, known as perimenopause, is marked by numerous symptoms that can last well into menopause, including hot flashes,
Gastric Ulcer in Racehorses
Most recent studies have discovered a much higher incidence of stomach ulceration in performance horses then it was earlier recognized
Extrahepatic Manifestations of Hepatitis C
Clinicians should have a high index of suspicion and knowledge of the extrahepatic manifestations of HCV to not only treat them but also initiate therapies for the underlying HCV.
Hiatal Hernia Diet Tips, Best/Worst Food Choices, and Cooking Advice
Making a few lifestyle adjustments may ease hiatal hernia symptoms. WebMD tells you more.
Are Acid Reflux and Diarrhea Related?
A significant number of people who have acid reflux disease also claim to suffer from frequent IBS or irritable bowel symptoms.But is this coincidence or connection.The answer is there does appear to be a connection.There is at least one affiliation between acid reflux and diarrhea, and there could
Finding Ways for Treating Acid Reflux
Treating acid reflux requires a lot of patience and mental stability. People gauge on heavy medicines to relieve the heartburn caused due to acid reflux and ignore the fact that artificial medication will affect their health adversely. Medicines like Zantac, H2 blocker etc...
Reason for Morning Dizziness & Nausea
Nausea and dizziness can be caused by many things. Although nausea and dizziness are not usually serious, it is important to stay well hydrated and contact a doctor if your condition worsens.
What the Heck is LES? How Can It Cause Acid Reflux?
Acid reflux has many causes. Most people think that eating fatty foods ordrinking too much are the main causes. This is not the whole truth however. Somepeople can produce an excessive amount of stomach acid naturally and this inturn leads to acid reflux. There is far more than one single cause for
Duration of Efficacy of Fundoplication in Patients With GERD
What is the usual duration of efficacy of fundoplication in patients with GERD? Is that duration dependent on whether the fundoplication is a full wrap or a partial wrap?
Constipation
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of constipation including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.