If you’ve ever experienced that annoying, burning sensation in your chest paired with a nagging discomfort in your left shoulder, you’re definitely not alone. As someone who’s worked closely in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how GERD and left shoulder pain can sometimes be connected in ways people don’t immediately realize. Most folks think…
If you’ve ever had that burning, gnawing feeling in your chest after a meal or a strange tightness in your upper abdomen that doesn’t quite go away, you’re not alone. In my experience working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, *GERD and upper abdominal discomfort* were two of the most common complaints…
Ever had that scratchy, hoarse feeling in your throat that just won’t go away? Like you’re trying to speak but your voice sounds like it’s taken a vacation? Trust me, you’re not alone. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I can’t count how many patients came in feeling frustrated and confused…
Ever tried finding a breakfast that won’t make your morning feel like a fire drill in your chest? Yeah, I’ve been there. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen countless patients struggling to figure out how to manage their mornings without triggering acid reflux. That’s where GERD friendly smoothies for…
If you’ve ever found yourself clearing your throat constantly, it can be more than just an annoying habit—it might be a sign of something deeper going on. From my years working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen how frequently GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, plays a sneaky role in this…
If you’ve ever indulged in a plate of extra-hot buffalo wings or a spicy bowl of chili only to find yourself clutching your chest later, you’re not alone. As someone who’s spent years working in a Gastroenterology clinic as a Medical Assistant, I’ve seen how many folks suffer from GERD after spicy food—and trust me,…
As someone who’s spent years working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve had the chance to observe firsthand how various triggers affect people with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). A common complaint I often hear from patients is how GERD symptoms can flare up after something as simple as drinking water. It might…
Let me tell you—working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen more than my fair share of patients walk through those doors with the same frustrated expression. You know the one. That “I’ve tried everything for my acid reflux and nothing works” look. And honestly, I get it. GERD—short for Gastroesophageal…
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…