The manifestation of reflux esophagitis is, contrary to popular belief, not a pathology at all. Of course, if a person does not experience other problems with the gastrointestinal tract. But this condition can cause a lot of inconvenience.
Causes of esophagitis
Gastroesophageal reflux causes food to reflux from the stomach back into the esophagus. This is what causes symptoms such as heartburn and feeling like a lump behind the breastbone. It usually manifests itself after overeating, excessive activity after eating or eating fatty foods. Basically, it is a physiological state. The pressure in the stomach is constantly higher than in the chest cavity. When food enters the stomach, the pressure rises even more. The lower sphincter in the esophagus prevents backflow of stomach contents. But if you bend over, lift weights, or lie down after eating, the sphincter may loosen its "grip" and let in some liquid or food. These episodes can recur 2-5 times a day and do not cause vomiting, pain, or damage to the esophageal mucosa.
You can talk about pathology if a similar effect appears often and regardless of the volume and characteristics of food, body position and other factors. This condition may cause discomfort to the patient.
The development of pathological reflux esophagitis can be caused by a malfunction of the sphincter itself, delayed evacuation of stomach contents, or a decrease in the production of enzymes and hydrochloric acid. Also
Stress and malnutrition can cause problems. At risk are smokers, pregnant women and obese people.
Esophagitis symptoms
The first sign is a burning sensation behind the sternum, which appears after smoking a cigarette, sleeping or eating. The sensation is quite pronounced, but passes after a light snack, a change in position, or the use of an antacid.
If heartburn appears, this indicates the progression of the pathology. The symptom may be episodic or persistent and vary in severity. Heartburn can be manifested by a slight sensation of warmth or intolerable burning sensation with irritation in the area of the arm, heart or shoulder blade. There are also pains behind the sternum or in the epigastric region.
The disease is typically characterized by belching after eating very cold or hot food, drinking soda, or exercising.
Diagnosis refl
yuks-esophagitis is carried out with the help of EFGS. X-ray examination, daily pH-metry and assessment of gastric clearance are also possible.
Treatment of reflux esophagitis with folk remedies and medicines
If the main symptom is heartburn, antacids are usually prescribed ("Almagel", "Renny", etc.),prokinetics ("Motilak", "Cerukal"), proton pump inhibitors ("Omeprazole", "Rabeprazole"). The daily regimen must be drawn up correctly, physical activity is clearly delineated. Diet is also required. If such treatment is ineffective and complications develop, an operative method is used.
Pathological manifestations of reflux esophagitis usually cannot be eliminated 100%, but medication and following the doctor's recommendations help to achieve permanent remission.
There are also folk remedies. Peeled raw potatoes should be grated on a fine grater. After wrapping the mass in gauze, squeeze out the juice and drink it 100 ml on an empty stomach.
