Dr. Debra Ann Harker

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• Everything You Need to Know About Anal Fissures

  An anal fissure is a linear tear in the skin of the distal anal canal below the dentate line. Millions of people suffer from painful bowel movements due to anal fissures.This condition is commonly experienced by young people, but it can also be found in grown men and women. The most common symptom...

• All About Manuka Honey

  What is manuka honey?Manuka honey is one of the most beneficial and unique kinds of honey in the world. It is produced by bees found in New Zealand that pollinate the Manuka bush. Manuka honey has a wide range of uses, including the treatment of certain diseases such as digestive illnesses, staph...

• What Causes Gastroenteritis?

  Gastroenteritis is the inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, including the stomach and small intestine. Infection and inflammation of the gut result in acute vomiting and diarrhea. This condition is one of the most common causes of death among children younger than 5-years-old. This disease is...

• What are Eye Floaters?

  Eye floaters are small, moving specks on the eyeball that often occur in one's field of vision. These grey or black dots, become more prominent while looking at a bright object. If the floaters are large they may shadow vision, but in most cases, eye floaters are harmless. People often neglect or...

• The Connection Between IBS and Lactose Intolerance

  The Connection Between IBS and Lactose IntoleranceThere seems to be a correlation between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and lactose intolerance. However, there are discrete differences in why they occur and the methods used in treating them.If you are lactose intolerant, your body cannot digest...

• What Is Orthopnea?

  OrthopneaOrthopnea is a condition that causes breathing difficulties when an individual is lying down. It usually happens at night when the person is going to sleep. People with orthopnea usually experience tightness in the chest and being oxygen-deficit. The shortness of breath is due to lying down...