Ever wondered, can chicken cause acid reflux? I’ve asked myself that too, especially after seeing patients at our gastro clinic who swear their heartburn flares up after a grilled chicken dinner. Working as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology clinic, I’ve seen more food logs than I can count — and yep, chicken pops up…
As a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve seen countless patients come in with complaints about acid reflux and the foods they should avoid. One food that often gets mentioned in these discussions is eggs. A common question I hear is: “Can eggs cause acid reflux?” In my experience, this question is more complex…
If you’ve ever experienced the discomfort of acid reflux when lying down, you’re not alone. As a Medical Assistant working in a Gastroenterology Clinic, I’ve encountered countless patients struggling with this very issue. It’s not just a minor inconvenience but a problem that can affect your sleep, quality of life, and overall well-being. In fact,…
Ever gone out with friends, enjoyed a few glasses of wine, only to come home with that awful burning sensation creeping up your chest and throat? If that sounds familiar, you’re definitely not alone. Reflux after drinking wine is something I see and hear about constantly—both from patients and honestly, from my own experience working…
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…
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…
If you’re like me, working as a Medical Assistant in a busy gastroenterology clinic, you’ve likely heard the question, “Can GERD cause chest pain?” more times than you can count. It’s a very common concern that patients bring up, and for good reason. When you experience chest pain, it can be an incredibly frightening sensation….
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…
As someone who’s worked as a Medical Assistant in a Gastroenterology Clinic for years, I’ve seen firsthand how many patients struggle with acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). While there are several well-known triggers for this condition, one that often goes under the radar is sugar. If you’ve ever wondered, “Can sugar…
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