Digestive Disorders Highlights

Dr. Lisa Ganjhu explains some of the natural methods in which one can relieve one's constipation, such as increasing bulk with fibers, lubricating stools with flaxen and stimulants like senna.

Normally, the diaphragm has an opening for the esophagus to pass through where it connects with the stomach. A hiatal hernia occurs when part of the stomach pushes upward through this small opening. Learn about the laparoscopic surgery option to repair this hernia.

Dr. Lisa Ganjhu discusses how a lactose intolerance can develop, such as loss of the enzyme lactase, and the best ways to avoid symptoms like supplementing your diet with a lactate pill.

Dr. Lisa Ganjhu discusses whether you could have gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD if you have frequent heartburn, and other classic symptoms like chest pain and sore throat.

This video by TV360 offers you expert advice on pancreatitis, what it is and how to care for someone who has it.

Are you having symptoms of reflux frequently? Have they persisted for a long time? If the answer is yes, you should see your primary care physician or an internist. They may prescribe a course of acid blocking medication to treat the symptoms. If the symptoms persist, your doctor may recommend that you see a gastroenterologist.

Dr. Blackstone shares how being overweight affects a woman's liver and how the liver is affected after weight loss.

Dr. Dean Edell describes the symptoms and possible treatment methods for nighttime acid reflux.

The Doctors Show - Dr. Stork describes the digestive process.

Learn how the Digestive System Works in this educational video from dizzo95.

Joe Graedon talks about heartburn and how to treat it.