A symptom we have likely all experienced to varying degrees. Heartburn is a burning feeling in the lower chest or upper abdomen, with a sour bitter taste in the mouth and throat. This usually occurs shortly after eating a large meal or lying down. What Causes Heartburn? Each bite of food is passed from the…
A sore throat, also known as pharyngitis, is a painful inflammation of the back part of the throat. Pharyngitis can involve the following parts of the throat: The back third of the tongue The soft palate (roof of the mouth) The tonsils (fleshy tissue that are part of the throat’s immune defenses) Causes of a…
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common. It is estimated that around 50–60% of women will develop at least one UTI in their lifetime. UTIs occur when bacteria (germs) get into the lower urinary tract and find themselves in the bladder or urethra. If a UTI is not treated quickly or adequately, the infection can…
Back pain is one of the most common medical conditions experienced in the United States. It is estimated that up to 84 percent of adults have low back pain at some time in their lives. Back pain can be caused by a known physical injury such as following a car accident. It may also be…