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5 Subtle Symptoms of Acid Reflux (GERD)

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on October 27, 2014
5 Subtle Symptoms of Acid Reflux (GERD)
Most people are familiar with acid reflux and have a good idea what the usual symptoms are – upper stomach pain, dysphasia (difficulty swallowing), frequent belching, feeling bloated, hiccups, and nausea are all very common. However, sometimes the symptoms of acid reflux (also known as GERD) can be more subtle than those we hear about […]
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Your Secret Hemorrhoid Questions Answered

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on October 24, 2014
Your Secret Hemorrhoid Questions Answered
Although hemorrhoids are very common, they still remain a bit of a tricky subject for most people. It can be difficult to find a way to relieve the pain and discomfort hemorrhoids cause. Many people turn to the internet for help, but this can be a vast and not always trustworthy source of information. Hemorrhoids, […]
Read More: getting rid of hemorrhoids, hemorrhoid banding, hemorrhoid FAQs, hemorrhoids

A “Virtual Colonoscopy” Isn’t Enough to Prevent Colon Cancer

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on October 16, 2014
A “Virtual Colonoscopy” Isn’t Enough to Prevent Colon Cancer
At the Center for Colonoscopy Excellence (CCE), a division of San Francisco Gastroenterology, we understand that patients may consider a “virtual colonoscopy” instead of a regular one. A virtual colonoscopy is performed using an x-ray to examine a person’s colon. Images from the x-ray are then used to reconstruct a “virtual” tour of the colon. [...]
Read More: CCE, Center for Colonoscopy Excellance, Colon Cancer, Colonoscopy, Virtual Colonoscopy

Is Your Liver Healthy?

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on October 13, 2014
Is Your Liver Healthy?
The human liver serves a very important function in a person’s daily life. It works to filter blood that comes from your digestive tract and then passes the blood to the rest of your body once it’s been detoxified. Also, it creates proteins that assist in blood clotting. These functions are essential, and having a […]
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