The stomach lining, also known as the gastric mucosa, is a protective layer of cells that lines the inside of the stomach. It plays a crucial role in shielding the stomach from the harsh acidic ...
Drinking tea first thing on an empty stomach can cause digestive issues and reduce nutrient absorption. An expert suggests safer morning drink alternatives to protect gut health and avoid acidity.
That burning sensation in your stomach isn’t just ruining your lunch plans – it’s your body sending desperate SOS signals. If you’re popping antacids like candy and still feeling like there’s a small ...
Planning to offset a festive hangover by lining your stomach before you drink? You might end up disappointed – and with a nasty dose of clinophilia or strong determination to stay in bed, instead.
Trouble swallowing and chronic cough could signal serious GERD complications. A digestive health expert explores when ...
BETHESDA, MD. (May 9, 2024) — A new weight-loss treatment could be on the horizon with an innovative endoscopic procedure that ablates (burns) the stomach lining to reduce production of ghrelin, a ...
An experimental procedure could reduce levels of a hunger-triggering hormone by burning part of a person's stomach lining, a new study reports. In the procedure, doctors snake a tube down the ...
Gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE), or watermelon stomach, is a rare condition that causes the blood vessels in the stomach lining to weaken and bleed. Red stripes appear on the stomach lining, so ...