If you’ve ever dealt with GERD and upper back pain at the same time, you know how confusing and uncomfortable it can be. As a Medical Assistant working in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how many patients come in focused on their heartburn, only to mention this nagging pain between their shoulder blades…
If you’ve ever tried shedding a few pounds while battling GERD and weight loss struggles, then you already know—this combo can be brutal. I see it all the time at the gastroenterology clinic where I work. Patients walk in with heartburn, bloat, and frustration in equal amounts, wondering why their stomach won’t stop rebelling while…
If you’ve ever found yourself pushing your plate away halfway through dinner, not because you’re full but because you feel uncomfortably bloated or stuffed, you’re not alone. As someone who’s worked hands-on in a busy gastroenterology clinic, I’ve talked to countless patients who mention GERD and feeling full quickly in the same breath. And let…
If you’ve ever had that awful burning in your chest after a meal, I feel you. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I saw firsthand how common acid reflux and GERD really are. And trust me, patients weren’t just dealing with discomfort—they were frustrated about giving up their favorite foods. The…
If you’ve ever felt a strange pressure or pain in your ears during a bad bout of acid reflux, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not imagining things. As someone who’s worked closely with patients in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how sneaky and far-reaching GERD can be. One of the most overlooked connections…
If you’ve ever had that uncomfortable burning in your chest after a meal or had trouble sleeping because of acid creeping up your throat, you’re not alone. As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a busy gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how GERD can take a serious toll on quality of life. That’s…
If you’ve ever felt like your chest is on fire after a meal, or you wake up in the middle of the night with that awful acid taste in your throat, then welcome to the club—unfortunately, it’s a club nobody wants to be part of. I’m Camellia, and after years working as a Medical Assistant…
If you’ve ever spent a night sitting upright on your couch, clutching your chest and wondering if that third slice of pepperoni pizza was worth it—hey, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen more than my fair share of folks asking the same thing: what worsens acid reflux?…
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…