Have you ever cracked open a can of soda expecting refreshment, only to be hit later with a burning sensation in your chest or throat? You’re definitely not alone. That uncomfortable feeling could be a sign of GERD — and it tends to flare up even more after enjoying fizzy drinks. If you’ve ever found…
If you’ve ever had that weird feeling of waking up in the middle of the night with a sour taste in your mouth and a little too much spit pooling—yeah, I’ve been there too. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I can’t count how many times patients asked, “Why is my mouth always full of saliva,…
Have you ever had that weird, sour-metallic taste in your mouth that just won’t quit? Like you’ve been sucking on a penny for hours? You’re not alone—I’ve had so many patients ask me about this exact issue during my time working in a gastroenterology clinic. And more often than not, it’s linked to something a…
If you’ve ever had that nagging feeling like there’s a lump stuck in your throat—and no matter how much water you drink or how often you swallow, it just doesn’t go away—you’re not alone. I’ve met so many patients in our Gastroenterology clinic over the years who come in with this exact concern. And guess…
If you’ve ever found yourself mid-shift, charting notes or rooming patients, and suddenly that fiery, uncomfortable sensation rises up in your chest—yeah, heartburn strikes again. I’ve been there. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic has given me a front-row seat to how common (and disruptive) heartburn can be. And when it…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself finishing a meal, only to be met with that annoying bloated feeling—and maybe even a burning sensation creeping up your chest. Working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen it all too often: patients come in describing discomfort, fullness, and sometimes even…
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…
If you’ve ever felt that burning, gnawing sensation crawling up your chest after a late-night slice of pizza—and then woke up the next morning with a sore throat—you might’ve asked yourself, can GERD cause sore throat? As someone who’s worked with countless patients in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve heard this question more times than I…
Honey and acid reflux. It sounds like a sweet solution to a sour problem—but is it really? I used to think a spoonful of honey could calm just about anything, including my occasional flare-ups of GERD. But after talking to my gastroenterologist and digging into the research, I realized the relationship between honey and acid…