Common Myths I Hear Every Day as a Gastrointestinal Doctor
Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are problems related to your food pipe, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Some problems are small, like acidity. Some are serious, like ulcerative colitis, liver cirrhosis, or gastric cancer.
When Acidity Becomes Dangerous? Complications of Long-Term Acid Reflux
Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus due to a weak lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Occasional reflux is normal. But when it happens frequently (more than twice a week), it is known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
How to Manage Gut Health During the Festival Season?
Gut health during Diwali — the festival of lights, sweets, and endless celebrations — is often put to the test. While it’s a time to enjoy delicious food and good company, the festivities can also invite unplanned digestive issues like indigestion, bloating, and acidity. From laddoos and puran polis to […]