Gut Health
Digestive pain, reflux, bloating, gut infections and the gut–skin and gut–brain connections, from a functional medicine perspective.
Gut Repair ProgramWhat Nigerians Need to Know About Their Gut (It Affects More Than You Think)
Bloating after every meal, unpredictable bowel habits, chronic indigestion — sound familiar? Your gut health affects your mood, your immunity, your energy, and
6 min readHow Alcohol Affects Your Liver, Gut & Hormones
Social drinking is common at Lagos events and business meetings, but what is it really doing to your body? FXMed breaks down alcohol's true impact on your metab
7 min readDigestive Pain You Shouldn't Ignore: A Gut Health Guide
Chronic pelvic and digestive discomfort is often normalised in Nigeria — but persistent pain signals your gut needs attention. FXMed explains when digestive sym
6 min readEczema & Skin Inflammation: The Gut-Skin Connection
Persistent eczema and skin inflammation are rarely just "skin problems." FXMed explores how gut health, food sensitivities, and immune dysregulation drive skin
7 min readSwallowing Difficulties: The Digestive Problem You're Afraid to Discuss
Difficulty swallowing — food sticking, pain on swallowing, or regurgitation — is a symptom that always deserves investigation. FXMed explains the common causes
6 min readCarcinoid Tumours and Gut Hormones: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Neuroendocrine tumours of the gut are often dismissed for years as IBS. FXMed explains the warning signs, what biomarker testing reveals, and how functional med
7 min readBarrett's Oesophagus: When Heartburn Becomes a Serious Warning
Chronic acid reflux isn't just uncomfortable — it can permanently change your oesophageal lining. FXMed explains Barrett's oesophagus and how functional medicin
6 min readAmebiasis in Nigeria: The Gut Infection Hiding Behind "Stomach Upset"
Amebiasis is endemic in Nigeria and responsible for more chronic gut symptoms than most people realise. FXMed explains how to identify, treat, and protect yours
6 min readAcute Pancreatitis: What's Triggering It and How to Protect Your Pancreas
Acute pancreatitis is intensely painful and increasingly common in Nigeria due to rising alcohol use, gallstones, and metabolic syndrome. FXMed explains the cau
6 min readAnal Fissure: The Condition Nobody Talks About — But Many Nigerians Have
An anal fissure — a tear in the anal lining — causes severe pain during bowel movements. FXMed explains the gut health drivers behind this common condition and
6 min readCarcinoid Tumours: The Slow-Growing Cancer You May Not Know You Have
Carcinoid tumours are slow-growing neuroendocrine cancers often discovered incidentally. FXMed explains the condition, symptoms of carcinoid syndrome, and the p
6 min readCanker Sores: The Gut and Immune Connection Behind Mouth Ulcers
Recurrent mouth ulcers aren't just a nuisance — they're a signal from your immune system and gut. FXMed explains the root causes and how functional medicine red
6 min readAppendicitis: Recognising the Emergency and Understanding Prevention
Appendicitis is a common surgical emergency — and delayed presentation in Nigeria leads to preventable deaths from rupture. FXMed explains the warning signs and
6 min readBotulism: A Rare but Deadly Food Poisoning Nigerians Should Know About
Botulism from improperly preserved or fermented foods can cause paralysis. FXMed explains the risks in the Nigerian food context and how to prevent this serious
6 min readCandida Infections: Why They Keep Coming Back — and How to Fix the Root Cause
Recurrent thrush, oral candida, or gut candida overgrowth point to immune and gut dysbiosis. FXMed explains what drives candida and how functional medicine brea
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