This post is the first in a series of Beginner's Guide to Rheumatoid Arthritis by Lene Andersen. Have a topic you'd like to see covered? Leave it in a comment!
The average person farts about 14 times a day. If you are on a medication for RA, you can probably double that.
Drugs that help control the disease usually have side effects, many involving bodily functions and fluids not normally spoken of in polite society. But if the choice is between being in so much pain you can't move or...
Many RA meds have one side effect in common: they can make your gastrointestinal system very unhappy. Acid reflux or GERD can make it feel... Read more »
Question #1: I’m 19 and a few months ago, I started to get severe pains in my chest and my breathing was very bad. I have a heart... Read more »
Q: My wife is pregnant and she has been suffering from a lot of heartburn. Why is this happening and what can she do? A: Assure your wife... Read more »
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention There are a lot of things you can do to prevent the symptoms of GERD. Some simple lifestyle changes include: Elevate the head of... Read more »
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter - LES, (where the muscle connects the... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Goals of Treatment for Gastroesophageal Reflux DiseaseIndividuals with occasional, mild symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may not... Read more »
Acidophilus or probiotic Probiotics are a type of live microorganisms that can help to balance the natural bacteria in your gut. As they do, they may also balance the functioning of your bowels, addressing both constipation and diarrhea. In my...
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