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causes of abdominal pain

Treatment for common causes of abdominal pain

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Out of the many causes of abdominal pain—pain that occurs between the chest and pelvic regions of the body—abnormalities in the digestive tract tend to be some of the most common causes. Commonly referred to as a stomach ache, abdominal pain may feel like a cramp and the pain can be dull, intermittent or sharp. [...]
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What you need to know about Helicobacter pylori infection and treatment

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Helicobacter pylori, more commonly known as H. pylori, is a bacteria found in the human digestive tract that infects more than half of the world’s adult population.  While generally harmless, the bacteria can affect the stomach lining, which is the layer that protects the stomach from the acid involved in the digestion of food. This [...]
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Are you experiencing a frequent burning sensation in the throat?

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  We have all experienced a burning sensation in the throat at some point in our lives; consuming foods that are too hot, for example, makes us experience a light inflammation in the back of the mouth. Other than these common but trivial occurrences, throat inflammation can also happen due to other health reasons and [...]
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What causes difficulty in swallowing

What causes difficulty in swallowing?

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Swallowing difficulty, or dysphagia, refers to a medical condition where you find it difficult to move food from mouth to stomach.  Dysphagia is often a result of irritation or damage to the muscles and nerves that help you swallow food, a mechanical obstruction within the oesophagus, or external compression of the oesophagus. While this condition [...]
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What causes lower abdominal bloating and how can you treat it?

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Abdominal bloating is a condition that occurs when the gastrointestinal tract is filled with air, gas, faecal matter, or fluid.  Bloating is characterised by the feeling of fullness and distended stomach, and often leads to discomfort. This may be a result of overeating, consumption of high-fat food, and stress. Bloating and discomfort, however, could also [...]
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