New Procedure Can Quickly Identify Stomach Cancer Does Not Require Endoscopy Or Patient Sedation We mentioned before that GERD can be every symptom of cancer, in which there is a stomach ache and heartburn occurs for several days. This type of cancer is not easily identified in its early stages…
Study: Mechanism Allows Bacteria Helicobacter Pylori To Remain Undetected In The Stomach It Interacts With The Host’s Immune System Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori) is a bacteria that resides in the stomach and is the most important risk factor for serious gastric conditions, such as ulcers, and a type of stomach…
These Had Habits Affect Digestion, Sleep And May Cause Back Pain Among Them Are Eating Before Sleep, Using Fat Wallets In The Back Pockets, And Reading Smartphones Before Bedtime Bad habits have negative health effects. The most common are a poor diet, smoking, lack of exercise, and excess alcohol. However,…
New Heartburn Drug Can Decrease The Severity Of Symptoms It Will Help The Nearly 30% Of Patients That Perceive No Relief With Treatment Based On Acid-Suppressing Drugs Heartburn is mostly treated with medication, and the most prescribed ones are PPIs (proton-pump inhibitors). This condition affects one-fifth of the US population….
PPI Heartburn Medication Associated With Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria These Drugs Are Generally Safe, But Over-Prescription And Widespread OTC Availability Can Result In Excess Ingestion, Leading To Adverse Effects The mainstay treatment for heartburn is based on PPIs, which are drugs that decrease the production of stomach acid. Among these are omeprazole,…
Acid Reflux Can Be Associated With Asthma Acidic Food Matter Can Return To The Oral Cavity, Causing Bad Breath, And To The Throat, Leading To Respiratory Issues Acid reflux occurs when the acidic food matter from the stomach returns to the esophagus. This causes a painful sensation in the chest,…
Excessive Gas Or Bloating Can Be Controlled By These Natural Remedies Stomach gas results in the digestive process that breaks up the foods. There are foods that produce more gas than others, such as beans, soda drinks, lactose, fructose, and sorbitol. Stress and gulping when you eat can also produce…
The Do’s And Don’ts Of Eating Spicy Food Spicy food combines good flavor with heat. The idea is how to hit the heat. Capsaicin is the active component in chili peppers, which also has plenty of health benefits. It is important to have something in the stomach, else the hot…
Home Remedies As An Alternative To Acid Reflux Drugs Identify The Foods That Cause Heartburn And Eat Small Meals Several studies have linked acid reflux drugs to serious health conditions, so home remedies might be a good idea. One of them is aloe vera juice, which has healing properties and…
Wearable Device Can Detect The Stomach’s Electrical Signals It Uses 10 Electrodes And Can Detect Abnormal Activity Patterns Researchers have developed a device that can monitor the electrical activity of the gastrointestinal tract. This wearable system is connected to 10 small electrodes that can recognize the stomach’s electrical signals. It…