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Your digestive system is one of the most important systems of your body. This is because most of the essential nutrients that the body needs, you get it from the food you eat. The different organs like the mouth, stomach, small and large intestines, liver, kidneys, pancreas, and gallbladder, among others, must work together to ensure smooth functioning. Learn more about what it means to have good digestive health and how to achieve it, here.
Are you worried about your child having constipation? ‘Yung tipong hirap na hirap siya sa pag-ire o mag-labas ng kanyang dumi. Bakit hindi mo i-try ang suppository for baby tulad ng United Home Glydolax para sa problema ng iyong anak? 3Ang United Home Glydolax (Glycerol) ay isang mabisang gamot na ginagamit para sa paninigas ng […]
Written by Mia Dacumos, MD • May 24, 2023
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What is acid reflux disease? The lower esophageal sphincter, a ring of muscle at the entrance to your stomach, normally closes as soon as food passes through it. If it doesn't close completely or if it opens too frequently, acid produced by your stomach can move up into your esophagus and cause symptoms like heartburn. […]
Reviewed by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD • Oct 10, 2022
What are the parts that make up the digestive system? Your digestive system is specially designed to convert the food you consume into nutrients that the body uses for energy, development, and cell repair. The digestive tract is made up of a single muscular tube that runs from the mouth to the anus. The mouth, pharynx […]
Reviewed by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD • Oct 04, 2022
Crohn’s disease refers to a chronic condition in the form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that takes place in any part of the gastrointestinal tract (from mouth to anus). But it mostly affects the intestines, both the small and large parts. This disease irritates and inflames the tract, damaging the entire bowel wall. Some people […]
Reviewed by Dexter Macalintal, MD • Feb 13, 2023
Gastritis is a condition where there is inflammation of the lining of the stomach. It can be acute, which means it occurs suddenly and may last for only a short time, or chronic, meaning it develops gradually and lasts longer. One type of gastritis is erosive gastritis. Here’s what you need to know. Erosive Gastritis, An […]
Reviewed by Dexter Macalintal, MD • Aug 05, 2022
These days, a lot of people are trying to move towards more natural methods of treatment for various illnesses. One of the more common ones is eating yogurt for diarrhea treatment. How effective is yogurt when it comes to diarrhea, and what exactly does yogurt do? Are there other alternatives? Read on to find out the […]
Reviewed by Chris Icamen • Apr 20, 2022
Constipation is a fairly common condition. Almost everyone has experienced constipation at one point in their lives. But did you know that it can sometimes be a cause for concern? When is constipation an emergency, and what should you do about it? Find out the answers to these questions and more, below. What causes constipation? Constipation happens […]
Reviewed by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD • May 12, 2022
Diarrhea, coupled with digestive upset, is never fun. Aside from the obvious discomfort it brings, diarrhea can also trigger other unwanted conditions like dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Most of the time, diarrhea and its symptoms only last for a few days. But what happens if this condition goes on for weeks? What about its different […]
Reviewed by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD • Sep 20, 2023
Pain is one way the body tries to communicate. When a human feels pain anywhere in their body, it’s indicative that something is amiss. Pain will tell you that you’re suffering from a headache or feeling under the weather and need to be given medication. A stomach ache, for example, is something a lot of […]
Reviewed by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD • May 12, 2022
It is common to feel nauseous and sick especially on days when you have gastrointestinal problems. But nausea may also occur as a sign of disease. How do you address such a concern? What are ways of how to cure nausea? Find out here. What Exactly Is Nausea? Nausea and vomiting are two words that people use […]
Every once in a while people suffer from constipation due to a variety of circumstances. Because of this, it is normal to experience some of the causes of constipation in adults. Some may avoid it by modifying one’s habits and way of life. Although, physiological issues or illnesses are frequently the root cause of this […]
Reviewed by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD • May 12, 2022
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