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Heartburn means too little acid
If you suffer from heartburn, you have likely taken an acid neutralizer. After all, acid indigestion must mean the body is producing too much stomach acid, right? Nope. Surprisingly, it’s been shown that most people with heartburn have too little stomach acid, not too much. Mike Ventresca Here’s how it works in a nutshell. When you...
Read MoreAt Envision Ophthalmology & Wellness, Dr. E. Shanika Esparaz takes eye health to the next level by adding lifestyle guidance for improved overall health
E. Shanika Esparaz, M.D. is a double board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in surgical procedures of the eye for the treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and other issues. At her clinic, Envision Ophthalmology & Wellness, Dr. Esparaz combines her specialty in ophthalmology with her board certification in lifestyle...
Read MoreWith the opening of University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center’s new surgical suites, patients enjoy the comfort and convenience of general and specialized surgical procedures, close to home
While most hospitals have advanced medical equipment, often it is the little touches that make for an exceptional patient experience. So, when University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center designed its Phase 2 expansion, the architects brought together a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and staff members to perceive the space from all...
Read MoreIt’s time to ditch the itch
One of the most aggravating symptoms of hemorrhoids is the unrelenting itch. Hemorrhoidal itching is often so pronounced, it’s difficult to focus on anything else…the constant squirming and need to scratch can be maddening. So, why do hemorrhoids itch? Butt itching typically happens for one of two reasons. The first and most...
Read MoreThe true source of your pain
If you’ve been experiencing chronic pain for months, years, or even decades, now may be the time to try a completely different approach to pain relief. No matter how many doctors you’ve seen, how many steroid injections you’ve undergone, how many narcotics or anti-inflammatories you’ve been prescribed, or how many times you’ve been...
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