If you’re like me—someone who loves a good plate of pasta but also deals with the daily ups and downs of acid reflux—then you know how tricky it can be to enjoy Italian food without regret later. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how food choices can make or…
When I was working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic, I can’t even count how many patients walked in saying, “I think I have asthma… but my inhaler isn’t helping.” What was surprising? It wasn’t asthma at all. More often than not, it was GERD and shortness of breath—a connection that’s way more…
Let me tell you, after working in a gastroenterology clinic for several years, one thing that surprised a lot of our patients—and honestly, even me at first—was how often GERD and back pain show up together. Most folks walk in thinking their sore back has nothing to do with their digestive issues. But once we…
As a Medical Assistant working in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how acid reflux on an empty stomach can be a huge issue for many patients. It’s one of those things that people don’t really talk about much, but the discomfort can be unbearable. If you’ve ever woken up with a burning sensation in…
As someone who’s worked closely with patients in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand just how tricky GERD can be. Most people think of acid reflux as just heartburn after a spicy burrito—but the reality is a lot messier. One of the more surprising questions I hear is: can GERD cause headaches? And honestly, it’s…
Is it heartburn or a heart attack? That question haunted me more times than I’d like to admit. The first time I felt chest pain from what I later learned was GERD, I was convinced something was seriously wrong with my heart. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t. But the sensation was real, intense, and scary. If…
If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for that steaming cup of coffee in the morning only to later clutch your chest or throat in discomfort, you’re definitely not alone. As someone who’s spent years working closely with patients in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how common complaints about GERD after drinking coffee really are….
If you’ve ever experienced that burning sensation in your chest after a hearty meal or felt like something was “stuck” in your throat, you’re not alone. As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen countless patients come in, sharing their struggles with symptoms that could point to a condition…
Living with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can be a challenging journey, especially when it comes to meal planning and making the right food choices. As a medical assistant in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen how lifestyle and diet play such a crucial role in managing GERD symptoms. One thing I often advise my patients is…