Gastric Problems

>>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 releives pain due to ulcers
• Consult - Gastroenterologist.