Blood pressure is the force of a person's blood pushing against their artery walls. A person's blood pressure can become too low or too high. When it becomes too high,... read more →
Marshmallow root, or Althaea officinalis, is a flowering plant that has played a role in herbal medicine for centuries. Many people use marshmallow root for various ailments, including coughs, skin irritation,... read more →
Common Problems: ‘I have difficulty swallowing’ ‘I feel full very quickly’ ‘I have persistent reflux’ ‘I have to lie down after eating’ Before and after an oesophagectomy: Patients vary in... read more →
Chas (of Chas & Dave) warns how his seemingly harmless symptoms turned out to be oesophageal cancer. (Mail Online) For Chas Hodges, one half of 'rockney' duo Chas & Dave, the... read more →
For the millions of people suffering from either intermittent or regular heartburn, most have experienced the agony of heartburn at night. Heartburn can leave you tossing and turning for most... read more →
Acid Reflux Causes Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD), or reflux disease, is a very common disease of the digestive system. It is caused by a weak lower esophageal sphincter, or LOS.... read more →
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis Eosinophilic Oesophagitis is caused by too many eosinophils in the Oesophagus. This happened when your body overrespond to an allergen. In children, this can make eating difficult. According to... read more →
Making yourself throw up can put greater strain on your oesophagus. This can make it more likely you’ll experience small tears that can damage the esophagus and potentially lead to... read more →
A cough is a common symptom that occurs in a range of different conditions. Some, including pneumonia and asthma, require medical attention. It is best to see a doctor for... read more →
Overview Acid reflux is a common health condition that can cause the burning sensation known as heartburn. You may have felt this burning sensation after eating a particular food. These... read more →
You’ve heard about the “bad” bacteria that can make you sick. But did you know there are also “good” bacteria that can actually improve your health? These beneficial bacteria are... read more →
A breathing cycle may be taught to you by your physiotherapist to help cough up unwanted mucus. The cycle has 5 components: 1. Breathing control relaxed, gentle breathing 2. Thoracic... read more →
