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Questions and Answers on Digestive Problems

The digestive system is the root of all health.  It processes what we eat and sends energy and nutrition to every cell in our bodies, including support for our immune systems.  It can easily be disrupted by disease, diet and emotional stress.  Common digestive problems such as heartburn/GERD, IBD and IBS cause millions of people to suffer and limit their quality of life.  Some common symptoms of digestive problems include bloating, diarrhea, gas or stomach pain and cramps.  Learning more about the digestive system may help with managing these problems.

 

09/18/2009 - Questions and Answers

Pain After Gall Bladder Removal?

I had my gallbladder taken out five years ago and I still get pain on my right side under my ribs. I have had all kinds of tests done and they can't find anything. If I eat fatty foods, chocolate, sauces and so on, I get the pain about twenty minutes later.   Read more

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09/14/2009 - Questions and Answers

Is your gall bladder necessary?

Question What happens after the removal of the gallbladder? In other words, what takes on the role of the gallbladder after the surgery? Read more

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09/01/2009 - Questions and Answers
Cracked tongue

Cracked tongue: Why is my tongue cracked?

I have had cracks in my tongue (Cracked tongue) for as long as I can remember. For the most part it didn't bother me. Now, for the past year, I've had lots of pain - it comes and goes. Sometimes I get a painful pimple or blister on the tip of my tongue. Also there are times when it feels like pins and needles in my tongue. My doctor tells me my tongue is swollen. Read more

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07/17/2009 - Questions and Answers

Do I have "Heartburn" or Heart Pain?

Question I am 52 years of age and feel nervous and very confused about the chest pains I am having. Not sure whether they are heartburn or is it perhaps my heart? I have had an EKG. Read more

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06/19/2009 - Questions and Answers

Surgery for GERD?

I've had GERD for many years and tried most medications. I don't want to have to go on taking Prilosec or Nexium for the rest of my life. Are there any alternatives? (I've tried raising the head of the bed.) Read more

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06/18/2009 - Questions and Answers

Alcohol - how bad and how good?

Question What is the individual's risk of developing alcoholic medical disease if they drink a little each day. Do you recommend 1-2 glasses of wine a day? Read more

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06/15/2009 - Questions and Answers

Fecal incontinence treatments

Question My 70-year-old husband leaks a little stool from time to time. He can't help it, but it's very embarrassing and demoralizing. Can anything be done? Read more

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06/15/2009 - Questions and Answers

Anal itching (pruritus ani)

Question I have intense itching around my anus; it's extremely embarrassing, and my wife complains when I scratch at home (not surprisingly). Read more

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06/12/2009 - Questions and Answers

Do I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome ?

Question I have been told that what I have is probably Irritable Bowel Syndrome. How can it be determined that this is really my diagnosis? and what does this mean for me? Read more

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06/12/2009 - Questions and Answers

Diet for inflammatory bowel disease

Question I am 52 years old, suffering from inflammable bowel disease (a relatively small area only - 10 centimeters). I've had up to 9 motions a day for the last 3 years. What type of diet can you suggest? I am a pure vegetarian. Read more

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