Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): symptoms, causes, evaluation, treatments, risks
What is acid reflux and GERD? Acid regurgitation occurs when the contents from the stomach (gastric acid) move up into the esophagus, in some cases
Diabetes complications
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Alzheimer’s disease: causes, symptoms, treatments, prognosis
What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive form of dementia. Dementia is a broader term for various conditions that cause damage to brain
Breathing problems in obesity and overweight
The reason that obese people often develop respiratory problems is still something of a mystery. Breathing disorders range from simple shortness of breath to a
Low blood pressure (hypotension)
Overview of low blood pressure Low blood pressure may seem desirable, and for some people, it does not cause any problems. However, for many people,
Diabetes, gum disease and other dental problems
How can diabetes affect my mouth? Diabetes is associated with elevated blood sugar levels. High blood sugar affects the blood vessels in the oral cavity
The diabetes foot: risks, causes, symptoms, prognosis, treatment
People with diabetes often develop problems with feet and lower legs. Diabetes is a disease that eventually contributes to atherosclerosis and narrowing of the blood
Aortic rupture and aneurysm (diabetes)
Aneurysm (lat. aneurysms, “enlargement”) means that the vascular wall of a blood vessel is weakened and enlarged abnormally, which in the worst case can lead
All about coronary artery disease and angina pectoris
The human heart is an outstanding muscle. The heart works around the clock to pump blood through all the organs of the body. Since the