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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when stomach acid flows back into the oesophagus, leading to symptoms like heartburn, regurgitation, bloating, or a sour taste in the mouth.

You may feel butterflies in your stomach when you’re stressed or notice your mood darkens after a heavy meal. It’s not just in your head. Your gut and brain share a two-way communication highway, the gut-brain axis.

You may feel butterflies in your stomach when you’re stressed or notice your mood darkens after a heavy meal. It’s not just in your head. Your gut and brain share a two-way communication highway, the gut-brain axis.

Just hearing the word “colonoscopy” can make you worried and concerned. Whether it’s due to fear, misinformation, or simply a lack of awareness, many Singaporeans delay or avoid this crucial screening altogether.

Hernias affect thousands of people, yet many brush off early signs, often mistaking them for minor aches. The trouble is, hernias don’t resolve on their own.

Have you ever experienced that tight, uncomfortable sensation in your stomach after eating or even at random times throughout the day? Bloating can be quite bothersome, but is it always something to worry about?

Hearing that you might need surgery can feel overwhelming. If you’ve been dealing with conditions like colorectal cancer, polyps, diverticulitis, or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), your doctor might mention colorectal surgery as a possible treatment. But how do you know if it’s the right path for you?

A hernia occurs when an internal organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue, often causing a visible bulge. It becomes extremely hard to ignore something like a hernia when it starts getting in the way of your daily life.

If you’ve been battling gallstones or gallbladder issues, chances are you’ve heard those slightly daunting words; gallbladder removal surgery. Understandably, the thought of surgery can feel overwhelming images of long hospital stays, painful recoveries, and hefty scars might flood your mind.

Have you ever experienced that all-too-familiar discomfort after enjoying a big meal? You might find yourself thinking, “It’s probably just indigestion… right?”