August 26, 2020
Gastric Problem/Gastritis/Gastrosis
Gastritis/Gastro/Gastralgia
/Gastric/ Gastria/Gastrodia/Gastrosis , Acidity, Hyper acidity and other similar type
names are almost the same ailment which comes under Gastric problem. It means problem relating to the stomach.
Now, question may arise that what is Stomach? So, the stomach is a muscular organ located on
the left side of the upper abdomen which receives food from esophagus and
secretes acid and enzymes to digest food.
Common features of Gastric
Problems are Indigestion,
gas, bloating, hiccups, heartburn, stomach pain, ulcers, and nausea etc. which
are due to unhealthy lifestyle, binge eating, smoking, drinking alcohol, sleep
disorders, eating junk food, stress, etc.
Gas is a normal part of the
digestion process. But if gas builds up in your intestines and you’re unable to
expel it, you may start to feel pain and discomfort.
Stomach pain may be in the stomach or in the
abdominal region, may be severe or mild.
Generally it is mild but chronically becomes severe. On severe pain,
must call/consult the doctor.
Gastric problem occurs when
stomach acid comes into contact with the esophagus (esophagus is the tube
through which food goes down when you swallow the food to go to the stomach. It
is called Hyper Acidity that also
comes under Gastric Problems.
Gastritis is an inflammation,
irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach which can occur
suddenly (acute) or gradually (chronic).
Gas in the stomach is
primarily caused by swallowing air when we eat or drink. Most stomach gas is
released when we burp. Gas forms in our large intestine (colon) when bacteria
ferment carbohydrates — fiber, some starches and some sugars — that aren't
digested in small intestine
Symptoms of Gastritis
Symptoms of Gastritis may vary among individuals, and in many people
there are no symptoms. However, the most common symptoms include: -
- Nausea or
recurrent upset stomach
- Abdominal bloating
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Indigestion
- Burning or gnawing
feeling in the stomach between meals or at night
- Hiccups
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting blood or
coffee ground-like material
- Black, tarry stools.
- Foul
smell in gas
- Pain in
lower part of stomach after eating. (Sometimes even after drinking water)
- Greasy
feeling while washing stool
- Sudden
itching in whole body (in some cases, but, not necessary)
- Belching
and Passing gas
- weight loss
- upper abdominal pain
- Cramps
- Bad breath and/or gum disease.
- Heart
disease.
- Fatigue, Trembling and upset stomach.
The signs and symptoms
of Gastritis include: Gnawing or burning ache or pain
(indigestion) in upper abdomen that may
become either worse or better with eating, Nausea, A feeling of fullness in your upper
abdomen after eating.
Pains for Gastritis or Gastritis attack feel like: -
Gastritis pain usually occurs in the mid-upper stomach
region, just below the breastbone and above the belly button. People
describe Gastritis pain in different ways, but these
descriptions are common: Nagging discomfort, Dull & Burning pain.
People
with Gastritis, frequently experience abdominal pain
often located in the upper-center part of the abdomen, or, in the upper-left
portion of the stomach. Sometimes, Pain often radiates to the
back with other common symptoms of bloating and nausea.
Causes of Gastric Problems:
-
Normally,
following are the causes of Gastric Problems: -
a)
b) Due to Gastro duodenal mucosal
Ulcer.
c) Due to motility disorder of
gastro esophageal region.
d) Combination of above both.
e) Long-term use of certain medications,
such as aspirin and ibuprofen.
f) Certain illnesses, such
as diabetes or Kidney Problems.
g) A weakened Immune system.
h) Intense stress, Persistent that also affects
the immune system.
i) Bile flowing into the stomach, or bile reflux.
j) Irritation due to excessive use of alcohol.
k) Chronic Vomiting.
l) Stress.
m Smoking Cigarette.
n) Untreated bacterial and/or virus infection of
the stomach lives in mucous.
o) Peptic
ulcer disease.
p) Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD)
q) Gallstone disease
r) Stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer or liver cancer
s) Overeating.
t) Swallowing air while you eat or drink.
u) Gum chewing
Risk factor: - (Factors that increase your risk of gastritis)
Majority of Gastro problems are due to:-
a. Gastro esophageal reflux disease
b. Gastro duodenal ulcer
c. Malignancy.
d. Alkaline food will definitely reduce Gastric Problems.
e. Just eat raw food like salads, fruits, sprouts and take enema
regularly for 10–15 days so that your bowl movement gets cl...
f. Excessive wind, which can also make you feel bloated,
g. Feeling hungry but not being able to eat much before feeling
full again.
h. Bacterial infection.
i. Regular use of pain relievers
j. Older age
k. Other diseases and condition
High risk factor causes:
-
i.
High-fat diet
ii.
High-salt diet
iii.
Smoking
Gastritis must be treated timely and
properly to root out the Gastric problems. If it is left untreated, it can lead
to a severe loss of blood and may increase the risk of
developing stomach ulcer, Liver problems, imbalances of bile secretion and
even stomach cancer too.
Prevention/Precaution: -
Following Preventive/ Precautionary measures may be adopted as safeguard from Gastric Problems:-
- Proper
Hand washing
- Hygienic
food intake
- Avoid
spices
- Chew
the food
- Avoid
hurry eating
- Do
not sleep after eating
- Do
not talk too much while eating
- Avoid
watching TV or mobile phones while eating
- Check
your blood sugar and thyroid levels
- Bowel movement can
relieve gas so let out
the gas and passing stool will
usually release any gas trapped in the intestines.
- In
case of more than 40 years, persistent vomiting, weight loss, difficulty
in swallowing, blood vomiting, passing black stools, decreased food intake,
loss of appetite, Family history of Gastric malignancy, may need
at endoscopic procedures for diagnosing Problems.
Foods to avoid in Gastritis:-
·
Fatty and deep fried food.
·
Pickles, peppers, spicy and very salty food.
·
Vinegar and foods prepared from vinegar
·
Cut on caffeine, citric acid
drinks and mustard.
·
Alcohol in any form.
·
Acidic foods like Tomato etc.
·
Fruit juice.
·
Soda and other carbonated drinks.
·
Avoid eating uncooked food from
restaurants or from food vendors.
·
Avoid junk food.
·
Allergenic or symptomatic foods.
·
Chocolate, chips, cookies, butter biscuits, cakes, donuts,
brownies and other baked food items.
·
Foods
containing lactose, such as milk, cheese, and other dairy products.
·
Garlic and onion, may be hard to
digest.
·
Eggs till food sensitivity test.
·
Sugar or anything sweet. However
it can be substituted with Stevia.
·
Avocado’s
·
Beans and lentils.
·
Spicy food must not be allowed to
Gastric sufferers.
·
Tobacco in any form.
Foods to be taken in Gastritis:-
1)
High-fiber
foods such as apples, oatmeal, broccoli, carrots, and beans.
2)
Low-fat
foods such as fish, chicken, and turkey breast.
3)
Foods
with low acidity, or are more alkaline, like vegetables.
4)
Drinks
that are not carbonated.
5)
Drinks
without caffeine.
6)
Foods like
ginger, oregano, turmeric, pineapple, beetroot and foods rich in vitamin A.
7)
Drinking green tea with raw honey has several potential
benefits for healing gastritis.
8)
Drinking
warm water can soothe the digestive tract and make digestion easier on stomach.
Treatment of
Gastric Problems: -
Gas and gastric pain
can be reduced or relieved by making changes in lifestyle in a proper way: -
§ Moving and walking more help in Gastric Trouble.
§ Change in dietary habits is enough to
alleviate gas and its accompanying symptoms.
§ Have small frequent meals.
§ Before going to sleep, don’t eat
lately.
§ Eat slowly, chew your food
thoroughly and don't gulp. Sit down during each meal.
§ A mixture of a glass of warm milk and
two tablespoon of olive oil (well stirred), is very effective in relieving
gastritis. However its taste is unpleasant.
§ Drinking water (preferably warm
water) mix up with honey taking sip by sip or slowly in empty stomach is much
beneficial in Gastric Trouble.
§ Carom seed water with black salt
relieves Gastric Problems.
§ Applying heat by any source to the
stomach relieves gastric trouble instantly. Better to use Hot water bag or full
of warm water glass bottle.
§ Diet control is must at any cost.
(This has well been mentioned above – what to take and what not to take.)
§ Taking heavy meal should be avoided.
§ Eliminate foods known to cause
gas.
§ While sleeping try to elevate
the head end of your bed.
§ If Obese, Reduce weight &
control Obesity.
§ Check dentures, if any wrong,
consult Dentist so that air with bit shallow should be checked.
§ Light Exercise and/or Yoga.
§ Meditation.
§ Medical Therapy or Medication: - In case of major troubles, Gastroenterologist
may be contacted for medication.
