GERD. Anyone can develop this condition, but it is most common in those between 40 and 64 years of age. Almost everyone will or has experienced heartburn, but not all heartburn is related to GERD. The term has been used for 20 years, but still is not commonly known even by some ...
The most common causes of peptic ulcers areinfection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)and long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Stress and spicy foods do not cause peptic ulcer...
Where does the term swallow your pride come from? The original locution of this phrase was to swallow one's spittle, and it denoted the suppression of anger or some other strong emotion. This is still the meaning today. The phraseoriginate in the Bible, specifically in Job 7:19:How long...
Over-the-counter medicationsBe prepared to answer the vet's questionsWhat your veterinarian might doFrequently asked questions What Is Diarrhea? Diarrhea is the term used when your dog passes non-formed, loose, or watery stool more often and in larger amounts than they would normally defecate. ...
When I was around 12 years old, I was told by my mother that I would be beaten(and yes, that is the term mom used) if they found out I had defended myself. Now think about that; how would they find out that I defended myself unless I, or someone else, told them? They wouldn...
Asthenia is a term used to describe a lack of energy, strength or a general feeling of weakness. It can also refer to feeling tired all the time and muscle fatigue. Several conditions may contribute to the disorder, including cancer, chronic fatigue syndrome and anemia. Some forms of the ...
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He also dismissed Carpio's claim that he was a 'mouthpiece and the attack dog' of the New People's Army (NPA). Casilao pooh-poohs Sara's call for his ouster England legend Frank Lampard has revealed how he nearly died as a child after swallowing the mouthpiece of a trumpet. England ...
The umami taste gives food the strong, savoury (咸味的) flavour associated with meat. Lacking this sense is surprising for a carnivorous (食肉的) animal, but does not matter that much in the penguin, which swallows fish without chewing. “Their behaviour of swallowing food whole, and their ...
exactly what that noise was. It still breaks my heart. I miss him so much. The doctors said he didn't suffer, and I am just hoping that that is true. I hope he did not suffer. He was a good man and is missed deeply by everyone. Now I am going to school for Registered Nursing...