Chronic Heartburn Isn’t Normal – It Can Cause More Harm Than Smoking
Dr. Samir Patel details how to properly treat your heartburn before it becomes a serious issue.
Medical Notes: Week of April 19, 2020
If you’ve been taking the drug Ranitidine for reflux or ulcer prevention, the FDA says stop. Then, a new study shows that parents are yelling at their children more since most of us have been ordered to stay home. And finally, with Covid-19 testing in such short supply… why not let a dog do it?
GERD and Your Holiday Feast
During the holidays, reflux problems are magnified by big meals with trigger foods like chocolate and alcohol. But reflux sometimes doesn’t show up as heartburn. A gastroenterologist discusses reflux, how it may appear as asthma or hoarseness, and how it can be treated.
Silent Reflux
An expert discusses telltale symptoms and the dietary triggers that can cause silent reflux.
