Can ulcers affect bowel movements?

Can ulcers affect bowel movements?

An ulcer is a sore that can develop in a few different areas inside the body. Most ulcers occur in the esophagus, the stomach and even in some cases the intestines. They happen when the acid from your stomach deteriorates the lining in any of these areas. Peptic...
Do I Need an Endoscopy for Acid Reflux?

Do I Need an Endoscopy for Acid Reflux?

An endoscopy is a procedure that is typically used to examine an individual’s digestive tract. It is a non-surgical procedure that involves a tube with a video camera attached to it, called an endoscope, that is used to examine the inside of a cavity in the body. An...