As a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how acid reflux can significantly affect people’s daily lives. It often sneaks up on you, especially after eating a quick meal or indulging in fast food. One of the most common concerns I hear from patients is dealing with acid reflux after eating fast….
As a Medical Assistant working in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve encountered a wide variety of digestive disorders that can cause discomfort. One condition I often discuss with patients is GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), and something many don’t realize is how it can tie into hunger pain. GERD is known for causing heartburn and regurgitation, but…
Let’s talk reflux. Specifically, the question I get asked a lot at our gastroenterology clinic: can water trigger reflux? You’d think water — the very thing we’re told to drink more of — would be completely harmless when it comes to acid reflux, right? But, as someone who’s worked side-by-side with GI doctors and watched…
If you’re someone who suffers from GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), you’re probably no stranger to the uncomfortable and sometimes downright painful symptoms. Heartburn, regurgitation, difficulty swallowing, and even chest pain – they can all make everyday life a challenge. But what if there was a way to manage GERD through lifestyle changes? That’s where intermittent…
Planning a party when you or someone you love has GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can feel like trying to DJ a dance party with noise-canceling headphones on—tricky, confusing, and sometimes overwhelming. As a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve had tons of patients ask me what they can actually eat at social gatherings without…
As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic for a while, I can tell you that dealing with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is no walk in the park. Between the burning sensation in your chest, the difficulty swallowing, and the constant discomfort, it’s a condition that can really take a toll…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably experienced that fiery chest sensation or sour taste creeping up your throat after a hearty meat-heavy meal. I remember one day at the clinic — I had just scarfed down a leftover steak sandwich between patient check-ins, and boom… there it was. That familiar burn. And working in…
Ever wondered, can chicken cause acid reflux? I’ve asked myself that too, especially after seeing patients at our gastro clinic who swear their heartburn flares up after a grilled chicken dinner. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen more food logs than I can count — and yep, chicken pops up…
If you’re anything like me—working in a gastroenterology clinic, seeing patients every day with acid reflux, heartburn, and all the uncomfortable stuff that comes with GERD—then you’ve probably heard one question more times than you can count: “Is decaf tea GERD safe?” And honestly, I get it. When patients start trying to figure out what…