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The Gastroenterology Group of Northern New Jersey is excited to bring you a variety of blogs highlighting common conditions and diseases and relief tips while deepening your understanding of important gastroenterology topics.

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Acid Reflux

What to Know About pH Monitoring

It is possible to conduct pH testing of almost any liquid. In this article, we will discuss the important aspect of pH monitoring that you need to know.

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esophageal spasms

What Are Esophageal Spasms?

Chest pain and dysphagia (difficulty in swallowing) account for a reasonable percentage of hospital consultations. In some patients, these occur due to a spasm of the esophagus, a muscular tube that moves food from the mouth to the stomach.

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Throat Tightness

Why Do I Have Tightness In My Throat?

Many people experience tightness in the throat but never fully understand it. It differs from other types of throat pain like sore throat related to the common cold. A tight throat feels like your passageway is narrowed or blocked.

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Gastritis

Can Coffee Cause Gastritis?

Perhaps you’ve just developed gastritis, or maybe you’ve been battling it for a while. Regardless of what you’ve been dealing with in your digestive system, chances are you’ve pondered what foods and drinks can affect your body and in what way.