Acid reflux is one of the most common digestive problems. It is typically known for causing heartburn and nausea. However, reflux can affect the throat and even the mouth. When it reaches as high as the throat, it may irritate and injure the throat tissue. It can affect the voice and even cause airway or lung problems. >> Read More ...
Acid is an integral part of the stomach’s function. Not only does the stomach produce acid but it also has mechanisms to hold it without being damaged. The stomach acid is essential for digesting food along with enzymes. However, excessive amounts of acid can also pose a problem. Similarly if the stomach’s mechanisms >> Read More ...
Blood should not appear in the stool or with wiping after a bowel movement. When it does occur, most people are concerned. This can be a worrying symptom but most of the time rectal bleeding is not serious. Nevertheless it is always advisable to have a doctor investigate rectal bleeding further as it can be a sign of >> Read More ...
Stomach pain is a sensation that we all experience every now and then. However, pain is not the only uncomfortable sensation that we may experience in the stomach region. Sometimes a sensation is not overt pain or even an ache and we refer to it as discomfort. This can apply to any part of the body, including the stomach, >> Read More ...
Nasal symptoms are not uncommon, particularly during the flu season, with a common cold, a strong odor or dust. Sneezing, a runny nose and nasal congestion are usually acute nose problems.It lasts for a few hours to days and then resolves. For some people, with a conditions like allergic rhinitis, these nose symptoms can >> Read More ...
The kidneys filter blood to remove wastes, excess water and micronutrients that are not needed by the body. These substances are passed out as urine. Although it is filtered from the blood, the blood cells itself do not enter the urine under normal circumstances. However, there are cases where blood may enter the urine. >> Read More ...
We have all experienced food poisoning or the stomach flu at some point in our lives. Symptoms can arise suddenly and be very severe. From nausea that intensifies within minutes to violent bouts of vomiting and explosive diarrhea, these symptoms are not uncommon with food poisoning or the stomach >> Read More ...
Oxygen is vital for life but its circulation throughout the body is also crucial. Every cell in the body needs oxygen, which enters through the lungs and is absorbed into the bloodstream. It then has to be circulated throughout the body. Red blood cells (RBCs), also known as erythrocytes, are responsible for carrying gases >> Read More ...
Most of us think that the more severe the symptom the more serious the cause. Chest pain is a concern for adults as it can signal heart disease which remains the main cause of adult death in developed countries. However, severe chest pain does not necessarily mean that the cause is always serious. Sometimes a heart attack >> Read More ...
The mouth, including the tongue, palate, inner cheek and lips, can become irritated and inflamed for various reasons. The mouth has to contend with exposure to various substances on a daily basis and this is not only food and beverages. It is also used for breathing and speech. It is therefore not uncommon for irritation >> Read More ...
