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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease often referred toa GERD or acid reflux is very common in America. Approximately 30-40 million people have symptoms of varying frequency. Common symtoms include heartburn, regurgitation, bitter taste in the mouth and belching. When these are noticable 2 or more times a week a definitive diagnosis of GERD can be made.
Colon cancer trails only breast cancer in women and prostate in men as the most prevalent cancer in America. Like many cancers it is often insidious and goes undetected until it has advanced. Warning signs include rectal bleeding, constipation, weight loss, and abdominal pain. Unexplained anemia may be attributed to bleeding sites in the intestines. Your doctor may suggest a colonoscopy to search for a cause. This involves a sedated exam to look for diseases of the colon, including cancers or precancerous lesions known as polyps.
