Category Archives: Gastroenterology

Acid reflux is a condition in which stomach acid flows back up from the stomach to the esophagus (food pipe). It is accompanied by a burning sensation in the chest called heartburn, which is often worse in the evenings or after meals. Acid reflux in Singapore that is persistent, occurring at least twice a weekContinue reading “What You Need to Know About GERD?”

Bariatric surgery in Singapore refers to a number of weight loss surgery procedures that aim to address severe obesity. Such procedures work by limiting the amount of food that the stomach can hold or limiting the amount of nutrients the body absorbs, or both. As with all medical procedures, an individual should meet certain requirementsContinue reading “Benefits of Bariatric Surgery”

A big lifestyle change after bariatric surgery in Singapore is required. The first few months or until the first year right after you went through the procedure may come smooth and easy. Significant weight loss may be noticed immediately, but maintaining it in the following years can be challenging. Experts says that weight loss surgeryContinue reading “Tips on Keeping Up Your Diet After Bariatric Surgery”

Bariatric surgery is a general term for weight-loss procedures that deal with obesity and reducing the health risks it carries, rather than aesthetic reasons. People who weigh more than 100 pounds over their ideal body weight or individuals with 40 or more Body Mass Index (BMI) can be a candidate for this. When diet andContinue reading “How Do I Know What Type of Bariatric Surgery Is Right for Me?”

Bariatric surgery refers to a group of weight-loss procedures designed to address severe obesity and achieve weight loss that cannot be attained through diet and exercise alone. It works by limiting the amount of food that the stomach can hold, reducing the amount of nutrients that the body absorbs, or both.  Bariatric surgery is aContinue reading “How Does Bariatric Surgery Work?”