Peptic or stomach ulcers are ulcers are an ulcer in the lining of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus. Ulcer formation is related to H. pylori

• esophagitis,

• Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease of the connective tissue. It is characterized by the formation of scar tissue (fibrosis) in the skin and organs of

• Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease involving the abnormal production of extra antibodies that attack the glands and connective tissue. Sjögren's

• Abdominal pain can have many causes that range from mild to severe. Some of these causes include:

  • Bloating
  • Gas
  • Colitis
  • Endometriosis
  • Food
• Cough (Chronic Cough)

  • Chronic cough is a cough that does not go away and is generally a symptom of another disorder such as

    • asthma,
    • allergic
  • Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep apnea is defined as a reduction or cessation of breathing during sleep. The three types of sleep apnea are central apnea, obstructive apnea (OSA),
  • Schatzki's Ring
    • Schatzki (Schatzki's) ring, is a narrow ring of tissue located just above the junction of the esophagus and stomach. The cause of Schatzki ring is not
  • Hoarseness
    • Hoarseness (abnormal deep, harsh, raspy voice) is caused by a variety of conditions in which the larynx (voice box and vocal chords) are irritated or injured.
  • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Barrett's esophagus occurs as a complication of chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), primarily in white males. GERD refers to the reflux of
  • Dysphagia
    • Dysphagia or difficulty in swallowing, swallowing problems. Dysphagia is due to problems in nerve or muscle control. It is common, for example, after a
  • Chronic Rhinitis and Post-Nasal Drip

    • Chronic rhinitis and post-nasal drip symptoms include:

      • An itchy, runny nose
      •  Sneezing
      • Itchy ears,
    • Hiatal Hernia
      • Hiatal hernia is a condition in which a thin membrane of tissue connects the esophagus with the diaphragm becomes week, and a portion of the stomach slides
    • Gastroparesis
      • Gastroparesis is a medical condition in which the muscle of the stomach is paralyzed by a disease of either the stomach muscle itself or the nerves controlling
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia, Upset Stomach)

      • Indigestion (dyspepsia) can be caused by diseases or conditions that involve the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, and also by some diseases and conditions

    • Asthma Complexities
      • There are many unusual symptoms of asthma, including sighing, difficulty sleeping, anxiety, chronic cough, recurrent walking pneumonia, and rapid breathing.
    • Pregnancy and Heartburn

      • Heartburn during pregnancy is quite common. During pregnancy the lower esophageal sphincter muscle becomes weakened , which likely occurs due to the

    • Pregnancy (Week By Week, Trimesters)

      • Signs and symptoms of pregnancy vary by stage (trimester).  The earliest pregnancy symptom is typically a missed period, but others include

        breast

    • Sleepwalking
      • Sleepwalking is a condition in which an individual walks or does other activities while asleep. Factors associated with sleepwalking include genetic, environmental,
    • The Digestion Process (Organs and Functions)
      • Digestion is the complex process of turning the food you eat into the energy you need to survive. The digestive process also involves creating waste to
    • Esophagitis

      • Esophagitis is caused by an infection or irritation of the esophagus. Infections that cause esophagitis include candida yeast infection of the esophagus

    • GERD and GER (Acid Reflux) in Infants and Children
      • GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is the upward movement of stomach content, including acid, into the esophagus and sometimes into or out of the mouth.
    • Asthma in Children
      • Asthma in children manifests with symptoms such as coughing and wheezing. Rates of asthma in children are increasing. Asthma in children is usually diagnosed
    • Insomnia (Symptoms, Causes, Remedies, and Cures)
      • Insomnia is the perception or complaint of inadequate or poor-quality sleep because of difficulty falling asleep; waking up frequently during the night
    • Bronchitis (Acute)

      • Bronchitis is inflammation of the airways in the lung. Acute bronchitis is is short in duration (10 to 20 days) in comparison with chronic bronchitis,

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
      • Eosinophilic esophagitis is an inflammation of the esophagus. Eosinophilic esophagitis has many causes including acid reflux, heartburn, viruses, medications
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