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Acid reflux

Acid Reflux: Causes and Treatment

Acid reflux refers to the medical condition where the ring of muscle at the entrance to the stomach weakens and allows acid to move from the stomach to the oesophagus. This muscle is identified as the lower esophageal sphincter. This condition is diagnosed in instances when the sphincter doesn’t close completely or if it opens […]

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Causes of Anaemia: Understanding iron deficiency

Anaemia refers to the condition where the blood lacks sufficient quantities of red blood cells. These cells are responsible for transporting oxygen around the body. Iron is required to produce haemoglobin – the specific part of the red blood cell that carries oxygen. This is also what makes the blood red in colour. Without adequate […]

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Gastritis

Gastritis Management Strategies

Gastritis is what happens when there is inflammation, erosion, or irritation along the lining of the stomach. A condition affecting 20%-26% of the Australian population, it is more prevalent in individuals between the ages of 15-50. While gastritis is caused and triggered by a variety of causes, its effects still remain the same. Patients with […]

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If abdominal pain is persistent, patients need to report it immediately - learn about the many related-diseases here.

What Persistent Abdominal Pain Could Mean

Abdominal pain is a common gastroenterological condition millions of individuals experience; some on a day-to-day basis. Pain that lasts for a short duration doesn’t generally pose any long-term health issues. Persistent abdominal pain has the potential to and could be symptomatic due to a number of digestive health conditions. In the event that persistent abdominal […]

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Effective strategies to prevent bloating

Effective Strategies to Prevent Bloating

In medical terms, bloating refers to the condition where the stomach feels full and tight, often, due to the presence of gas. There are numerous causes for this condition. They include other gastroenterological conditions like constipation, gut sensitivity that comprises Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), certain gynaecological conditions, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, and gastroparesis – a […]

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