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8 Silent Signs You Have A Hernia

Published May 10, 2018 by

Most of us think of a hernia as a visible bulge in the abdomen. This is certainly true, but there are other symptoms of a hernia that can present as something entirely different. …

Are Acid Reflux and GERD The Same?

Published April 13, 2018 by

Have you ever sat up in bed in a hurry because a sour liquid starting filling your mouth? Maybe you’ve had to throw up in the middle of meals because you can’t swallow your food? …

Recognizing a Gallbladder Attack

Published March 5, 2018 by

We’ve all experienced stomach pain, heartburn, and bad back pain after over-indulging in unhealthy, greasy foods. Most of the time, this pain passes once the food has time to settle. …

February is American Heart Month

Published February 15, 2018 by

Each day, nearly 2,300 Americans die due to complications of cardiovascular disease. Globally, this number of deaths can reach more than 18 million annually, …

What Is Minimally Invasive Weight Loss Surgery?

Published January 17, 2018 by

Minimally Invasive Bariatric Surgery Obesity affects more than 200 people throughout the world and more than 1.4 billion are overweight. Because some people aren’t successful when attempting to lose weight through traditional diet and exercise, …

Exercises to Prevent a Hiatal Hernia

Published November 10, 2017 by

A hiatal hernia is when the stomach presses into the chest cavity. Symptoms can vary widely. A hiatal hernia enters the esophagus and passes its way onto the stomach. …

How Can I Prevent a Hernia?

Published October 5, 2017 by

Hernia repair surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the United States. In fact, there are approximately one million hernia repair surgeries each year. …