Gastric Problems

 What are Gastric Problems?
  Types  Causes   Gastric trouble  Symptoms  Avoid   Treatment 

What are Gastric Problems?

• Occurs in stomach / oesophagus
• Disturbance of gastric mucosa leads to acid secretion 
• Acids contact stomach nerve endings
• Causes pain / discomfort

Types

• May be acute / chronic
• Acute gastric problem reduces quickly
• Chronic gastric problems lead to ulcers

Causes 

• Physical and mental stress can also cause ulceration.
• Causes of gastric mucosa inflammation:
  a. Acidic foods
  b. Alcohol
  c. Smoking
  d. Stress
  e. Drugs 

Drugs which causes gastric trouble

• Aspirin
• Nicotine
• Corticosteroids
• Erythromycin
• Beta- Blockers

Symptoms

• Constant Pain 
• Indigestion 
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhea 

Avoid 

• Hot Spicy foods
• Alcohol 
• Smoking 
• Excessive eating 
• Large meals before bed 
• Fatty food
• Pulse 
• Late nights

  Treatment

• Acute problems resolve spontaneously 
• Chronic problems should be treated
• Drugs for treatment include:
  a. Antacids
  b. H2 antagonists
  c. Proton pump inhibitors
• Timely meals relieves pain due to ulcers
• Consult - Gastroenterologist.

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