What does Gastroesophageal Reflux mean? When we introduce food into the mouth it passes into the stomach through the esophageal tube. There is a small valve that passes the food to the stomach and is located in the lower part. It is the relaxation of the septum hole through which the esophagus passes.
That is, a muscle that separates the abdominal from the thoracic cavity which has an inability to close again.
There are three types of categories. Because of esophageal injury, reflux causes symptoms such as chronic cough accompanied by painful laryngitis, sinusitis, heartburn, esophageal ulcers, a sour taste, hoarseness, pressure in the chest, asthma and difficulty swallowing. gastric fluid is elevated, chronic bleeding. In his sleep many times the patient wakes up with a feeling of death because there is a pro-secretion of gastric fluid that chokes him and he can not breathe well.
In this case, high pillows are needed, meals should be at least three hours before bedtime. All acidic foods such as oranges, spicy foods with spices, alcohol, fatty and fried foods, poor diet, sour yogurt, carbonated beverages, smoking are prohibited.
It is usually treated relatively easily and quickly, with medication and has an improvement of over 90% as long as it is in the initial stage.
Caution, however, prolonged medication presents problems such as damage to the CNS - central nervous system and liver.
The largest percentage of type 1 is septal hernia. In advanced stages, surgery is needed, which is now performed laparoscopically or robotically.
The next day, if all goes well, the patient can be discharged and relieved of all symptoms and medications. He follows a diet of 15-20 days, initially with jellies, purees, creams, then slowly he enters regular meals. With small amounts not yet fat and he has to chew his food well. If you are obese
You should definitely lose weight. This is also one of the causes of relapse, such as pregnancy and stress. Eat small and frequent meals.
Apples have pectin which is a good treat for dinner when you take it fasting. A toast can absorb excess gastric fluid.
HOMEOPATHY
Robinia - For heartburn, sore throat, belching, heartburn vomiting and nighttime acidity.
Iris verticolor for sorrel, belching and dandelion.
Natrum phos - for difficulty swallowing and heartburn.
These are the basics, there are many more homeopaths but I do not need to tell you because as you understand they are very specialized and only a specialist depending on the case and your history can guide you.
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
You will find various antacids with minerals such as calcium, sodium, calcium bicarbonate, calcium alginate and with herbs that soothe the symptoms of BPH protect against acidity of gastric juices and gastritis and pneumonia.
PROBIOTICS
They are available in pharmacies, but KEFIR is one of the natural probiotics with friendly bacteria that help in the absorption of nutrients. You will find it in supermarkets or from friends. They improve digestion, nourish the mucosa and restore the intestinal flora.
HERBS
ΚΕΝΤΑΥΡΙΑ Η ΚΥΑΝΗ - Centaurea cyanus asteraceae
In herb the tincture for esophagitis and indigestion, reduces the secretion of digestive fluids and helps to tighten the ring clamp from relaxation.
PISTACIA LENTISCUS - CHIOS MASTIXA - Protects ulcers from Helicobacter pylori which is the last part of the stomach - H PYLORI - and at the same time because it has a strong antimicrobial action. A etc. mastic powder in the morning fasting with a glass of lukewarm water at least half an hour before eating for 12 days eliminates H. pylori and heals inflammations of the stomach.
GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA - GLUCORIZA - Protects the stomach from anti-inflammatory drugs that cause gastritis and helps prevent ulcers from H pylori
It acts on the adrenal glands and produces natural cortisol that neutralizes inflammation and stimulates the body.
Fennel is for bloating, mint is refreshing for heartburn emollient and helps digestion. Chamomile and honeysuckle soothe the body from stress. Chamomile has mild antimicrobial properties and is antispasmodic.
