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In a culture where fatty, rich, and spicy meals are prized, it's not unexpected that some people have occasional heartburn. However, an excess of them can cause acid reflux, which in turn can cause gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which in turn can cause erosive esophagitis (EE)

Posted on September 14 2023

A colectomy is a type of surgery in which part of the colon is taken out to treat UC and other types of colon cancer. In some cases, the big colon is taken out in its entirety.

Posted on September 13 2023

The yearly physical makes it possible to find and stop possible health problems early on. Checking your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels on a regular basis can help find risk factors for diseases like high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes.

Posted on September 11 2023

About 20% of people in the United States have gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. This is a situation in which acid and food enzymes from the stomach back up into the esophagus. Some people with GERD go on to get erosive esophagitis, which is a more dangerous form of the condition.

Posted on September 11 2023

Ulcerative colitis (UC) may cause a wide range of symptoms, some of which include stomach discomfort, diarrhea, and unexplained weight loss.

Posted on September 8 2023

It's Sexual Health Month! The 4th of September is also World Sexual Health Day (WSHD), which aims to raise knowledge about sexual health around the world.

Posted on September 7 2023