Ancient anatomists believed that the organ located under the gastric sac is soft muscle matter. Only after a long time did it become known how underestimated the importance of this baby gland.
General information
The gastrointestinal tract is one of the most important functional systems in the human body, which is responsible for well-being, metabolic processes, the production of a number of hormones, and also for appearance. People who have problems with the digestive system have certain external (identifying) signs that make it possible to suspect something is wrong in the physiological mechanism of the gastrointestinal tract.
So, suspicious yellowness of the skin, hypersensitivity of the third tooth in the upper or lower row, as well as suddenly appearing imperceptible wrinkles between the eyebrows or around the eyes, speak of malfunctions in the digestive internal organs. Of course, it would be wrong to independently designate a diagnosis for yourself, but it is still logical to take note of the self-diagnosis method.
It is known that pancreatitis, which is inflammation of the tissuespancreas, in males is directly caused by alcohol abuse. In women, the appearance of this disease provokes cholelithiasis. Both are true, but there are plenty of levers to launch a dangerous disease. Don't underestimate this important albeit small organ.
The weight of the pancreas is extremely small - only 70 g, while the function of this organ is highly active. The pancreas is prone to an instant reaction to the emotional and nutritional stress experienced by the body. Numerous unfavorable factors: frequent and acute stress, influenza virus, poisoning, aggressive medicines and low-quality food, immediately affect her condition. And this is only an incomplete list of reasons that contribute to the onset of the disease in an acute form and its further transition to the chronic stage. What are the signs of pancreatic disease? Symptoms in women, treatment and prevention will be discussed next.
How to recognize pancreatitis in women?
What are the signs of pancreatic disease in women? Probably, it is hardly possible to compare the general well-being with pancreatitis - the most painful and serious disease of the gastrointestinal tract, especially in the acute phase. Pain has a peculiarity - its nature is encircling.
How do you know if you have a diseased pancreas? The first symptoms appear bright, begin with anxiety in the left hypochondrium. Further, the pain threshold spreads along the upper half of the abdomen and passes todorsal region, predominantly on the left. An indicator of the presence of the disease is also repeated vomiting, exhausting the patient. The skin is marked by pallor and an earthy tint. Pulse, breathing quickened.
Symptoms of pancreatitis in a woman
What are the signs of the disease? When should you sound the alarm? The first symptoms of pancreatic disease:
- deterioration in well-being;
- sharp, girdle pain in the upper abdomen, radiating to the back and both hypochondria;
- nausea;
- vomiting frequently;
- bad taste in mouth;
- increase in body temperature;
- pallor and yellowness of the skin;
- greasy stool, indigestion, diarrhea;
- progression of autonomic symptoms - weakness, dizziness, agitation, sweating.
When research activities in the blood and urine revealed an overestimated content of pancreatic enzymes and leukocytosis. The diagnosis is confirmed by ultrasound.
Relationship of stress factor in the occurrence of pancreatitis
The female half of humanity is characterized by increased sensitivity and reactivity, which is why it tends to perceive the surrounding reality most emotionally, and this cannot but affect the he alth of the fairer sex. There are no clear distinctions according to who has outbreaks of pancreatitis with a higher degree of probability, but, based on practice, it is still women who arein the predominant risk zone.
The main enemies of the pancreas
What reasons often serve as an obstacle to the normal functioning of the pancreas in women?
- Alcohol. In more than half of the cases, acute and chronic inflammation of the tissues of the gland is directly related to alcohol abuse. Ethanol has a toxic effect on the cells of the gland and leads to disruption of the production and outflow of pancreatic juice. The very first attack is almost always registered after drinking unreasonable doses of alcohol.
- Cholelithiasis and cholecystitis. If a woman has a history of diagnoses that tell about complications with the gallbladder or liver: the presence of stones, an enlarged liver, sand in the bile ducts, gastritis, gastroduodenitis, enteritis, stomach ulcers, then the pancreas becomes vulnerable. This is due to the fact that the ducts of the pancreas and gallbladder have a common outlet to the duodenum. If there is a stone in this ductal area, then inflammation or clogging of the duct with a stone is inevitable. Bile, in this case, simply begins to destroy the glandular tissue itself. Acute pancreatitis may well develop due to the transfer of the inflammatory process from neighboring organs.
- Fatty and fried food. Periodic infatuation with completely unhe althy foods, in particular, overcooked, fatty, spicy, cold foods, leads to an excessive load on the pancreas, which is an increased risk factor for the development of pancreatitis. In addition, overeating aggravates not only the condition of the pancreasglands, but interferes with the stable and coordinated work of all body systems.
- Poisoning. Acute inflammation of the tissues of the pancreas always develops in case of poisoning of any nature. Poor quality food, taking strong drugs, viruses - all this triggers the mechanisms of failure in the functioning of the body, giving way to a serious illness.
- Operative injury. Unfortunately, this is possible when an operating error becomes the cause of pancreatitis.
- Autoimmune disease. With this disease, he althy cells are recognized by the body as foreign, and the immune system destroys them. Violations of this nature lie in hereditary causes that require a special approach.
How to help with an attack
If the first signs of pancreatic disease in women or men were noticed, an urgent need to see a doctor. Don't joke with pancreatitis! Hospitalization for acute pancreatitis is strictly required. Before the arrival of the emergency team, to alleviate the condition of the sick person, follow the prescribed recommendations:
- apply a cold object or ice to the solar plexus area;
- don't break bed rest;
- refrain from eating;
- it is allowed to drink pure non-carbonated water in small sips in small quantities;
- it is forbidden to drink aspirin, analgin, ibuprofen (you can take an antispasmodic);
- hot heating pads and heat are strictly contraindicated.
Treatment of acute pancreatitis
It is not possible to stop the acute process and alleviate the symptoms of the disease in acute pancreatitis in most cases immediately. Acute pancreatitis is treated within the walls of the hospital and requires serious prescriptions.
Therapy includes:
- mandatory bed rest,
- cold on the epigastric region,
- creation of functional rest for the gland (absolute hunger),
- taking medications.
Effective herbal preparations for chronic pancreatitis
Phytotherapy has been used in the treatment of many diseases for a very long time and, it should be noted, effectively. Herbs act gently, their therapeutic effect is long-lasting and as part of complex therapy can bring good results. All herbal preparations are selected individually.
Has a beneficial effect on the pancreas action:
- peppermint,
- coriander fruit,
- immortelle flowers,
- anise fruit,
- dandelion roots,
- grass knotweed,
- St. John's wort,
- chamomile,
- sage officinalis.
Diet is an important step in the treatment of pancreatitis
Now you know what are the symptoms of pancreatitis in women. Treatment and diet -these are two concepts without which it is impossible to cope with pancreatitis.
Diet is one of the main conditions for recovery. The gland should not be under pressure, and the diet should be sparing. In order not to feel the signs of pancreatic disease in women, you need to listen to the following rules:
- eat often, at least 5 times a day;
- reduce portions, as impressive volumes of dishes strain the pancreas too much;
- fried foods, smoked meats, fatty foods are excluded, and the process of creating dishes is defined as steaming, stewing or boiling;
- with pancreatitis, it is undesirable to indulge in foods rich in vegetable fiber (cabbage, persimmon, celery, tomatoes, bell peppers), as their frequent use can provoke an attack;
- sour berries and fruits are unacceptable in the diet, and it is better to eat baked or pureed apples;
- The amount of carbohydrate foods should be reduced, and instead, increase the consumption of protein foods: lean meat, lean fish, turkey. An egg can be one a day and only soft-boiled. Sour-milk products, cottage cheese are required, but if the body is intolerant, you can replace them with milk;
- the pancreas is harmed to varying degrees by both hot and cold food, so it is recommended to eat food warm;
- limit s alt and canned foods.
To no longer worry about signsdiseases of the pancreas in women, must be completely excluded:
- alcohol,
- cocoa, coffee, strong black tea,
- carbonated drinks.
It is important to follow a strict diet for a long time: as a rule, it is at least 9-12 months. With the stabilization of the patient's condition, stable remission and good food tolerance, the diet can be somewhat expanded, but only especially following the most stringent recommendations: a ban on alcohol and fatty foods.
Prevention of pancreatic diseases
It is very easy to harm the pancreas, and many mistakenly believe that once having had pancreatitis, you can not remember about it. Feeling better, recent patients forget about the attack and shamelessly exploit the newly recovered organ.
Important! Do not eat monotonously: for each type of product or culinary dish, the stomach reflexively releases its own specific enzyme.
Give up the habit of chewing food badly, as the digestion of carbohydrate foods begins already in the oral cavity. The fact is that the enzyme contained in human saliva and designed by nature to break down carbohydrates begins to work only if a person makes at least 20 chewing acts or movements. It is also important how you swallow food. There is such a thing as a failure of the swallowing wave. This violation occurs when we smoke, lie down, eat and drink in front of a TV screen. The same thing happens if we greedily swallow food, eat dry food or drink in one gulp.
Regrown round belly presses ondelicate organ, interfering with the normal functioning of the pancreas. It is worth treating the disease correctly and with special attention and preventing the development of chronic pancreatitis, since if an acute disease is undertreated, there is a risk of insular apparatus failure and, as a result, the development of a secondary diabetes. It is important to be prudent during the off-season, when a tendency to exacerbate chronic ailments is revealed. In general, close attention to yourself after the illness will ensure a stable and long-term remission.
