Risks of Chronic GERD
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Risks of Chronic GERD

Do you suffer from these annoying symptoms of gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD), even though you take medication for this condition? Heartburn, Hoarseness or sore throat, Difficulty swallowing, Acid backflow, or Sensation of congestion or a lump in the throat? Did you know that over time, these symptoms could cause more serious health complications? Are…

What Causes Gallstones?

What Causes Gallstones?

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped pouch in the abdomen.  Its job is to store bile (a digestive liquid composed of water, lecithin, cholesterol, bile salts, and bilirubin) produced by the liver. The gallbladder aids in the digestion of fats by releasing bile into the common hepatic duct.  The gallbladder is also connected to the…