If you’ve ever felt a burning sensation creeping up your chest after a hearty meal, chances are you’ve brushed against the unpleasant world of GERD symptoms. I’ve worked as a medical assistant in a gastroenterology clinic for a good chunk of my career, and let me tell you—GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is one of the…
If you’ve ever left work more tired than when you arrived, you’re not alone. I’ve spent years working in a Gastroenterology clinic, and let me tell you—so many of our patients walked in thinking they were just “tired all the time,” only to find out there was a sneaky culprit behind it: GERD. Yep, can…
If you’re like me, working in a gastroenterology clinic day in and day out, you’ve probably heard this question at least a hundred times: “What condiments can I actually eat with GERD?” Honestly, it’s a fair concern. GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) can make even the simplest meals feel like a minefield. When I first started…
If you’ve ever experienced that stubborn feeling like something’s stuck in your throat—especially after a meal—you’re not alone. As someone who’s spent years working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic, I can tell you this comes up more often than most people think. GERD and difficulty swallowing go hand in hand more…
If you’ve ever sat with a patient post-endoscopy or chatted with someone nervously holding their fourth antacid of the day, you’ll know this: GERD is no joke. I’ve worked with countless patients in our gastroenterology clinic who came in utterly baffled by their symptoms. And one of the most surprising culprits that often comes up?…
If you’ve ever felt that burning sensation creeping up your chest after eating, you’re not alone—I’ve seen it countless times while working as a Medical Assistant in a busy Gastroenterology clinic. One of the most common things patients asked me about, surprisingly, was food. Specifically: “Can I still eat white potatoes if I have GERD?”…
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Does GERD cause nausea?”, you’re not alone. I’ve heard that question from countless patients during my years working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic. Honestly, nausea is one of those sneaky symptoms that a lot of people don’t initially connect to acid reflux or GERD, but it can…
If you’re like me, you’ve probably spent more time than you’d care to admit scrolling through Pinterest or food blogs trying to find GERD friendly dessert recipes that won’t leave you regretting every bite. Working in a gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating it can be for patients who love sweets but feel like…
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….