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Fatty liver risk from hidden obesity
Fatty liver disease is a common liver condition found among Asians and Thais. Currently, there is an increase in the incidence of fatty liver or fatty liver disease in Thai patients. Nowadays, there is a device called Fibroscan with CAP (Controlled Attenuation Parameter) that helps doctors diagnose and screen at-risk individuals efficiently.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is a condition resulting from gastric fluids flowing back into the esophagus, reaching up to the throat and voice box. The duration of treatment depends on the individual patient, but most often, symptoms improve within a 2-week period. This condition may recur.
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Examining the condition of gastroesophageal reflux
Examination of gastroesophageal reflux should be done by seeing a gastroenterologist or a specialist in the digestive system to discuss and check symptoms to ensure they are caused by reflux. Testing methods can examine problems of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine.
Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Treatment will depend on the symptoms and age of the patient. Your physician may recommend medication to reduce acid in the stomach in the early stages of GERD.
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GERD: Acid Reflux that Should Not Be Ignored
GERD is caused by abnormalities in the closure and opening of the valve between the esophagus and stomach, leading to acid or digestive juices from the stomach flowing back into the esophagus along with the ingested food. To conclude that it is GERD, it must be a condition that has been constant and ongoing for a long time, occurring more than 2 times per week, resulting in symptoms of illness.
GERD in Children
The hardest and most difficult component of diagnosis in children is identifying clearly if a child has heartburn, normal acid reflux or acid reflux that is an indication of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
10 Degenerative Conditions Related to Aging
Learn about 10 degenerative conditions related to aging, including depression, Alzheimer's, muscle weakness, and osteoporosis, to stay healthy.
Urinary Incontinence: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Learn about the causes and types of urinary incontinence, from stress to urge leakage, and explore effective treatments like Kegel exercises and QRS.
Altering Behavior and Instilling Discipline in Children
Although parenting involves loving and caring for children, it is also important to instill self-control in children through teaching them rules and self-discipline.
Treating Sinus Conditions with Endoscopic Surgery
Nowadays, most sinus surgery can be done by endoscopic surgery. Endoscopic surgical technique has been available for 30 years. This technique can be used for the treatment of nasolacrimal duct obstruction, exophthalmos, optic nerve compression, cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea, pituitary adenoma, and tumor of nose and paranasal sinus.
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Pancreatic Cancer: A Must-Know Disease
What is pancreatic cancer, what are its symptoms, how prevalent is the disease, and what risk factors contribute to its development? To understand pancreatic cancer, it's necessary to be familiar with the location and function of the pancreas, which will help in understanding its symptoms and progression.
The 4 most important things to know about thyroid disorders
The thyroid is part of the endocrine system which is made up of glands that produce, store and release hormones into the bloodstream.