by Jean Widner | Jul 24, 2024 | Gastrointestinal Health, General Health
Acid reflux is a common digestive disorder where the highly acidic contents of the stomach flow back into the esophagus. Depending on the severity of the episode, acid reflux can cause discomfort, intense pain in the throat and chest, and a burning sensation known as...
by Jean Widner | Jul 22, 2024 | Gastrointestinal Health, General Health
Acid reflux, which is also known as gastroesophageal reflux, occurs when digestive acid flows from the stomach back into the esophagus. This condition can lead to uncomfortable or even painful symptoms, the most common being heartburn. Because it’s often so...
by Jean Widner | Jul 17, 2024 | Gastrointestinal Health, General Health, Hernia Repair
Hiatal hernias, a condition in which part of the stomach organ pushes up through the diaphragm and into the chest cavity, causes both discomfort and digestive issues. Many people who have been diagnosed with this condition often wonder about the origins of it, and...