Saturday, August 29, 2009

Dr. Eisner Answers Your Questions About Acid Reflux

Can Ultram cause or worsen symptoms of GERD?   Ultram is a centrally acting pain relief medication that is commonly taken for chronic pain conditions, specifically back pain and arthritis. Ultram has many adverse effects, including gastrointestinal side effects of nausea, vomiting and constipation. These occur in 5-15% of patients taking Ultram. The effects are due to Ultram's decrease in gastrointestinal motility, slowing down... Complete news...

Explaining Reflux

Explaining Reflux
Has this ever happened to you? You are in the checkout line at the grocery store and your toddler with reflux starts regurgitating her breakfast. First there is the telltale junky cough, a few good gags and then out comes a bit of her breakfast into your hand and down her cute little outfit. You are clutching your coupons in one hand but you absentmindedly open your purse, fetch a tissue and wipe up the mess in a matter of seconds. All is well...