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Todd Eisner

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posted 08/20/2008, comments (0)

Dr. Eisner Anwers your GERD Questions: Is Nexium safe for kids?

My 9 year-old has been diagnosed with GERD. Is it safe for him to be on Nexium? Yes. Earlier this year, the FDA approved Nexium for short-term use in children ages 1-11 years for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Both the liquid and delayed-release pill forms were approved. As opposed to children ages 12-17, the approved... Read more Chevron

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Tracy Davenport

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posted 08/20/2008, comments (0)

The Illusion of Coverage

It's no secret that unaffordable medical bills and the resulting medical debt are widespread in the United States. And although the uninsured are most at risk, people with health insurance are also vulnerable. In fact, one survey found that more than 25 percent of people continuously insured over the previous year had medical bill problems or... Read more Chevron

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sinusmisery

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posted 08/18/2008, comments (0)

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I have tried several otc as well as acifex(sp?) for my acid reflux. As weird as it sounds, all of them give me a very depressed feeling and almost flu-like symptoms. I get feverish and have body aches and can do nothing but sit or lay all day. I discontinue the meds and it all goes away. Any advice on any medications,... Read more Chevron

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HURRICANE CHUCKY

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posted 08/18/2008, comment (1)

I'M TIRED OF MEDS I WANT TO TRY NATURAL REMEDIES ANYONE HAVE SOME HELPERS?

I have been suffering with hiatal hernia, gerd,acid reflux for quite some time now. Drs. have given me every thing from aciphex to zantac with no real help. I can't sleep. I'm filled with air all the time. I really want to try some natural remedies. Every website I visit with natural "cures" wants you to buy... Read more Chevron

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Jan Gambino

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posted 08/18/2008, comments (0)

Going for the Gold: World Class Picky Eater

Michael Phelps may be a world class swimmer but he sure isn't a Gold Medal level picky eater! Look at what he eats: two cups of coffee, a bowl of grits, three fried egg sandwiches with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, fried onions and mayo, three slices of French toast with sugar and three chocolate chip pancakes. That's just his breakfast! My guess is... Read more Chevron

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