Digestion
A video About Hiatal Hernia Pain: Where Else Can You Feel It?
Hiatal hernia pain: Where else can you feel it? You may feel painful symptoms radiating from your abdominal area, but is this the only location where hiatal hernia pain can be felt? Dr. Vikki discusses the various area in which the symptoms of Hiatal Hernia Syndrome can be felt. Transcript of the video I’ve been […]
Read MoreDo you suffer from gas or bloating? There are over 30 million google searches on the topic, making it a common complaint. Gas and bloating are uncomfortable and can be downright painful. It’s also embarrassing, especially if your gas is stinky or malodorous. Running to the bathroom to pass gas takes time out of your […]
Read MoreBad breath… What is the cause? The bacteria in your gut can produce certain compounds that can affect your breath. For example, if there is an overgrowth of certain bacteria in your gut, it can lead to the production of sulfur compounds, which can cause bad breath. These compounds can be released through your breath […]
Read More4 Types of Acid Reflux Summary The longer and the more frequent acid reflux episodes are, the more significant is the damage to the esophagus. The type of management is dependent on which type of acid reflux the patient is experiencing. What’s the difference between these types? Watch Dr. Vikki’s video to learn more. Transcript of […]
Read MoreCan you have constipation and diarrhea at the same time? Yes. In this video, Dr. Vikki discusses the parameters of constipation and diarrhea. A healthy bowel movement should occur once to twice a day, with stool that is easy to pass and holds its shape. Doctors don’t discuss bowel movements enough with patients and may […]
Read MoreCan Hiatal Hernia Go Away on its Own? Hiatal hernia may place individuals at an increased risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. Sometimes, the stomach can become stuck in the hiatal opening. If this happens, can this condition go away on its own? Dr. Vikki answers that question. Transcript of the video One of […]
Read MoreHiatal Hernia Flare-up: Avoid These 5 Causes
What causes a hiatal hernia to flare up? What are some of the common causes of hiatal hernia flare-up episodes? Many people with a small hiatal hernia have no symptoms at all. They may never know they have the condition until it is discovered. When flare-up symptoms do occur, the most common ones arise from […]
Read MoreHiatal Hernia Treatment: A Drug-free Option?
Hiatal Hernia Treatment: A Drug-Free Option? In this video about hiatal hernia treatment and finding root causes, Dr. Vikki addresses a question very often asked by patients: “Should I take antacids or anti-depressants?” Perhaps unsurprisingly, the answer is no. But why?… Watch this short video. Transcript of the video I was looking over my Facebook […]
Read MoreWhat Does a Hiatal Hernia Attack Feel Like? [Video]
Video: What Does a Hiatal Hernia Attack Feel Like? In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen reviews what patients feel when they have a hiatal hernia attack. The condition does not cause just one single symptom, but a host of them which makes it difficult to interpret the pathology. For instance, the factors that normally prevent […]
Read MoreStomach Acid: What Foods Neutralize It? Summary Diet plays a major role in controlling stomach acid reflux symptoms and is the first line of therapy used for people suffering from it. In this video, Dr Vikki Petersen describes what are the best foods in 3 categories to help neutralize stomach acid, and why pill-popping […]
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