Healthcare services span many realms so that every area of the body can be cared for separately and with the utmost care. Even though the lower digestive system isn’t the most exciting specialty to most people, colorectal doctors have spent their lives studying and focusing on this area. These doctors are highly important, as their talents can help patients with uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous conditions. Let’s take a look at some common questions, including “what does colorectal mean,” and “what does a colorectal surgeon do?”
Read MoreGastroesophageal reflux disorder—or GERD—can be frustrating to live with every day, but it can be even more difficult to deal with GERD while traveling. Symptoms of GERD such as heartburn or acid reflux can put a damper on your travels, especially if you’re trying to relax during your precious time off. Below, we will share some great trips for traveling with GERD that will help keep your symptoms at bay.
Read MoreThis should be a simple blog outlining some easy meal ideas that GERD/acid reflux patients can have for lunch without worrying about triggering their heartburn. Like some of our previous food-related blogs, we’re not necessarily putting together a list of specific recipes, but some meal ideas, such as sandwiches, rice bowls, etc. that include some good reflux-preventing ingredients (or note which ingredients you should leave out).
Read MoreAcid reflux, and heartburn are all similar, but slightly different. These odd distinctions lead to the development of many myths. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular myths including ones about foods that cause reflux.
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