Laborie Launches alpHaONE, an Innovative GERD Diagnostic System
The addition of the alpHaONE wireless pH-capsule reflux testing system furthers Laborie's commitment to advancing diagnostic solutions for esophageal diseases and expands the Gastroenterology Motility and Reflux Portfolio. PORTSMOUTH, N.H., April 3, 202... Devices, Gastroenterology, Product Launch Laborie Medical Technologies, alpHaONE system, GERD (Source: HSMN NewsFeed)
Source: HSMN NewsFeed - April 3, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Dad's cancer symptoms misdiagnosed as acid reflux and depression - lymphoma signs to spot
He was prescribed heartburn medication after complaining of chest pain. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 25, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

The U.S. Has a New Favorite Dog Breed —and It’s Controversial
A new dog breed has waddled its way into Americans’ hearts. While Labrador retrievers were the most popular purebred dog for a record 31 years, French bulldogs—or “frenchies” as they’re called by enthusiasts—took the top spot in 2022 for the first time, the American Kennel Club announced on March 15. But the selection doesn’t come without some controversy. Veterinarians have long warned that the breed’s popularity is contributing to their suffering. Like other dog breeds with scrunched faces, such as pugs and bulldogs, Frenchies are plagued by a range of health problems tied ...
Source: TIME: Science - March 15, 2023 Category: Science Authors: Tara Law Tags: Uncategorized animals News Team Source Type: news

GERD in Children Linked to Anemia, Iron Deficiency
TUESDAY, Jan. 31, 2023 -- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is associated with anemia or iron deficiency among children, according to a study published online Dec. 26 in Diagnostics. Vasile Valeriu Lupu, Ph.D., from the " Grigore T. Popa " ... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - January 31, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

How Good is Cholecystectomy For Biliary Dyskinesia in Pediatric Patients?
Discussion Biliary disease includes gallstones, cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder), cholangiopathy and cholangitis (pathology of the bile ducts), biliary dyskinesia, gangrene, and cancer. Some are often overlapping as gallstones often contributing to cholecystitis and cholangitis. Biliary dyskinesia (BD) is well-recognized in adults. Adult criteria include: “abdominal pain located in the epigastrium and/or right upper quadrant along with; buildup of pain to a steady level and lasting 30 minutes or longer, pain occurring at different intervals and not daily, severe enough to interrupt activities or lead t...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - January 30, 2023 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news

Don't Ignore Your Acid Reflux, Expert Warns
MONDAY, Jan. 16, 2023 -- If you have frequent heartburn or think you may have acid reflux disease, see an expert before you suffer serious complications, one expert warns. " Gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD] is when you get acid and chemical... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - January 16, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news

Turning Pro: 3 Mindset Shifts That Can Make You Earn a Full-Time Living as a Creator This Year
Photo by Vovan Gord Creating content changed my life. And if you love sharing your knowledge with others, it will change yours, too. But to start making a full-time living out of your content, you need to understand the 3 mindshifts and ruthlessly apply them. Let’s get started. Competitors are…#startuponmedium #turningpro #vovangord (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - January 13, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Mayo Clinic Healthcare expert explains why reflux disease isn't `just' heartburn
LONDON — Gastroesophageal reflux disease is one of the most common digestive disorders in the world. It happens when acid comes up from the stomach into the esophagus: The stomach can resist acid but the esophagus is less acid-resistant. James East, M.D., a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London, says reflux disease may be common, but there can be severe complications if it is ongoing and left untreated. Heartburn is a key symptom of reflux disease, but… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - January 12, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Causally Linked to Lung Cancer
FRIDAY, Dec. 30, 2022 -- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is causally associated with lung cancer risk, according to a study published online Dec. 8 in Cancer Medicine. Lin Li, from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zunyi Medical University... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - December 30, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Raises Risk for Periodontitis
THURSDAY, Dec. 29, 2022 -- Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have an increased risk for periodontitis development, according to a study published online Nov. 19 in Biomedicines. Xin Li, from China Medical University in Taichung,... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - December 29, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Expert recommends certain sleeping position to ease heartburn - lowers risk of acid reflux
He warned that stress could also be a contributing factor when it comes to heartburn. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - December 27, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

My GP told me I had asthma - but the problem was heartburn!
No matter how many puffs of her inhaler Kirsty took, nothing worked. That's because, six years after her asthma diagnosis, the true cause was identified. In fact, she had acid reflux. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - December 27, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

5 Myths About Thanksgiving Food —Debunked
If only the turkey on your Thanksgiving table could talk. That bird would like a word about how “exhausting” it is. The idea that turkey makes us tired has been passed around holiday celebrations for a long time—and it’s not the only myth shared year after year. Is canned pumpkin really less nutritious than fresh? Is dousing the cranberries in sugar an absolute must? Here, we debunk these and other myths about Thanksgiving food—so you can serve up the facts at this year’s feast. Myth: Turkey makes you tired. Truth: Turkey meat contains L-tryptophan, which is an essential amino acid that ...
Source: TIME: Health - November 21, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Angela Haupt Tags: Uncategorized Diet & Nutrition healthscienceclimate Wellbeing Source Type: news

Mayo Clinic Minute: GERD is not 'just' heartburn
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common digestive disorders in the world. It happens when acid comes up from the stomach, which is acid-resistant, into the esophagus, which is less acid-resistant. Dr. James East, a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London, says GERD may be common, but there can be potentially severe complications if it's ongoing and left untreated. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/zFZETgXW_3U Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:08) is… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - November 15, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news

Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A podcast: Barrett's esophagus requires monitoring and treatment to decrease esophageal cancer risk
Barrett's esophagus is a condition in which the lining esophagus becomes damaged by acid reflux, which causes the lining to thicken and become red. Over time, the valve between the esophagus and the stomach may begin to fail, leading to acid and chemical damage of the esophagus, a condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD.  In some people, GERD may trigger a change in the cells that line the lower esophagus, causing Barrett's esophagus. "The stomach is well… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - November 8, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news