There’s more living in your gut than you realize Your digestive system isn’t empty. It’s home to trillions of bacteria—some helpful, some neutral, some problematic. They live along the intestinal walls. They influence how food breaks down. They interact with your immune system. This community is called the microbiome. And it isn’t just passive. It…
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Your gut feels stress before your thoughts even catch up Stress doesn’t begin in the mind—it begins in the body. You might feel a tight stomach before you even know you’re overwhelmed. Your appetite changes. Your digestion slows. The body shifts into survival mode. It puts digestion on hold. The gut is lined with nerves.…
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When the discomfort stops being occasional Everyone gets an upset stomach. Occasional bloating. A strange reaction to food. But when those moments stop being rare—when they show up every week, or every day—it’s time to look deeper. Pain that lingers. Nausea without a clear cause. Gas that builds no matter what you eat. These aren’t…
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It starts with a burn that doesn’t feel like fire You eat. You sit. Then it rises. A slow warmth behind the chest. A taste that doesn’t belong. A tightness that doesn’t ease. Acid reflux doesn’t always feel sharp. Sometimes it’s dull. Deep. Lingering. It can feel like fullness. Like pressure. Like something stuck. The…
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You feel things that aren’t quite pain—but still, they make you stop and wonder It doesn’t stop your day completely, but it interrupts it more than it used to.It’s not exactly pain, not exactly nausea. Just a strange fullness. An unfamiliar weight.You feel it when you’re still. When you’re quiet. When no one is asking…
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You think it’s just your stomach, but soon it shapes your whole day A little bloating after lunch.Some tightness in the lower belly.Nothing sharp, nothing urgent.But it comes again the next day.And the next.You start noticing patterns—but they don’t always make sense.Sometimes bread hurts.Sometimes it doesn’t.Sometimes even water feels heavy.You begin to plan around your…
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It begins with a small symptom you keep pushing to the background At first, you don’t even name it.It’s just a flutter.A fullness.A little something after you eat.Maybe a little slower than usual.Maybe just a second too long before comfort returns.You dismiss it.We all do.Your body adjusts, so you do too.But the thing about subtle…
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Navigating the world of gastroenterology, I’ve encountered numerous cases of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). This condition, while common, can be particularly challenging to manage due to its complex nature. Here, I’ll share my personal insights and experiences in dealing with IBS, hoping to provide a helpful perspective for those affected. What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?…
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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a condition that has deeply impacted many lives, including mine as a gastroenterologist practicing in Dubai. Seeing the challenges faced by my patients has given me a profound understanding of this chronic disease and the strategies needed to manage it effectively. What is Ulcerative Colitis? Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory…
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Living and working as a gastroenterologist, I’ve encountered many cases of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a chronic condition that causes significant discomfort. GERD is a common issue, but with the right strategies, it can be effectively managed. Here’s a look into the nuances of GERD and how to tackle it. Defining GERD GERD is a…
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