2018年10月5日 · Faking hiccups – including the "hic" sound – is pretty easy. Getting rid of the real ones can be difficult. "It’s all an involuntary contraction of the diaphragm, followed by closure of the vocal cords that leads to that characteristic sound," explains Dr. Mark V. Larson, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute […]

2017年8月25日 · Belching, gas and bloating can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Here's what causes these signs and symptoms — and how you can minimize them. Belching or passing gas (flatus) is natural and common. Excessive belching or flatus, accompanied by bloating, pain or distention, can occasionally interfere with daily activities or cause embarrassment. But …

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2024年12月31日 · Preventing norovirus infection Antibiotics won't help because it's a viral infection, not bacterial. The best protection is prevention. Tips to prevent the spread of norovirus: Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Avoid food and water that might be contaminated. Clean fruits and vegetables before eating. Cook seafood thoroughly. If you're …

2020年4月8日 · COVID-19 most commonly presents with respiratory symptoms, including cough and shortness of breath, as well as fever. However, digestive symptoms also can occur in patients with COVID-19, and with or without respiratory symptoms. In this Q&A, Dr. Sahil Khanna, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, answers questions about gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms related to …

August 5, 2011 Dear Mayo Clinic: What is the difference between bile reflux and acid reflux? Answer: Bile reflux involves fluid from the small intestine flowing into the stomach and esophagus. Acid reflux is backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus. These conditions are often related, and sometimes differentiating between the two can be difficult. […]

2022年12月13日 · One of the best over-the-counter medications for fever and pain is Acetaminophen. Learn why Mayo Clinic recommends Acetaminophen for pain.

2024年3月5日 · Vitamin K is a nutrient that helps blood clot or stop bleeding. Most adults get vitamin K from their food. Bacteria in the large intestines also make some vitamin K that the body can absorb. Healthcare professionals recommend all babies receive a vitamin K injection at birth to help their blood clot effectively. New parents often have questions about these preventive …

ROCHESTER, Minn. — October 22, 2012. Rib fractures are one of the most common bone breaks in older adults. While there's no direct treatment for fractured ribs that remain in alignment, medical care is still important to avoid serious complications, according to the October issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter. Rib fractures can result from […]

2023年8月28日 · Leer en español Pancreatic cancer is considered the most lethal cancer in the human body. But new treatment advances are improving outcomes for patients, making long-term survival possible. Although there is a growing population of long-term pancreatic cancer survivors, data on those patients' quality of life are still limited. In a new study published in Annals of …