Ever found yourself dealing with that uncomfortable, burning sensation in your chest after a bowl of rice? You’re not alone. Heartburn after eating rice might seem unusual at first glance, but in my time working in a busy gastroenterology clinic, I’ve come across more patients than you’d think who face exactly that. Rice might be…
If you’ve ever felt a burning sensation creeping up your chest after a hearty meal, chances are you’ve brushed against the unpleasant world of GERD symptoms. I’ve worked as a medical assistant in a gastroenterology clinic for a good chunk of my career, and let me tell you—GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is one of the…
If you’ve ever left work more tired than when you arrived, you’re not alone. I’ve spent years working in a Gastroenterology clinic, and let me tell you—so many of our patients walked in thinking they were just “tired all the time,” only to find out there was a sneaky culprit behind it: GERD. Yep, can…
If you’ve ever dealt with GERD—short for gastroesophageal reflux disease—you probably know the struggle of figuring out what you can eat without regretting it later. As someone who’s worked in a busy gastroenterology clinic for a few years now, I’ve heard every question in the book. But one of my favorite conversations with patients is…
If you’re one of the millions of people dealing with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), then you know how frustrating it can be to manage symptoms while still trying to live a normal life. As a Medical Assistant working in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how GERD can impact daily routines, from what we eat…
If you’re like me, working in a gastroenterology clinic day in and day out, you’ve probably heard this question at least a hundred times: “What condiments can I actually eat with GERD?” Honestly, it’s a fair concern. GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can make even the simplest meals feel like a minefield. When I first started…
If you’ve ever experienced that stubborn feeling like something’s stuck in your throat—especially after a meal—you’re not alone. As someone who’s spent years working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I can tell you this comes up more often than most people think. GERD and difficulty swallowing go hand in hand more…
If you’ve ever sat with a patient post-endoscopy or chatted with someone nervously holding their fourth antacid of the day, you’ll know this: GERD is no joke. I’ve worked with countless patients in our gastroenterology clinic who came in utterly baffled by their symptoms. And one of the most surprising culprits that often comes up?…
If you’ve ever felt that burning sensation creeping up your chest after eating, you’re not alone—I’ve seen it countless times while working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic. One of the most common things patients asked me about, surprisingly, was food. Specifically: “Can I still eat white potatoes if I have GERD?”…