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Gastroenterology
Can long-term acid reflux cause cancer?
The short answer: Yes, it can. But, the path is more complex than some people might think. Most patients diagnosed with the most common kind of esophageal cancer typically experience a series of
Gastroenterology
Finding colon cancer during a much-delayed colonoscopy
Colon cancer survivor Laurie has a message for those 45 and older who are putting off their colonoscopy: "Take responsibility for your health and schedule this simple test now." Laurie, 57, put off
GERD: heartburn treatment options
You've enjoyed a delicious meal, and suddenly your stomach is on fire. Heartburn! You're not alone. With an estimated 20 million Americans who experience this condition at least once a month, you'll
Cancer and hematology
Feeling wiped out? It might be anemia
If you're feeling tired or weak, having trouble sleeping and are unable to tolerate even moderate exercise, anemia could be the culprit. Anemia develops when there aren't enough healthy red blood