GERD treatment in JP Nagar

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition where the stomach acid flows back into the esophagus. This causes irritation and inflammation in the lining of the esophagus, leading to symptoms such as heartburn, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, and regurgitation. While medication is commonly used to treat GERD, a functional medicine approach can help address the root causes of the condition and provide a long-term solution.

Causes:

The most common cause of GERD is a weakened lower esophageal sphincter (LES), a muscle that acts as a valve between the esophagus and stomach. When the LES doesn’t close properly, stomach acid can flow back into the esophagus, causing irritation and inflammation. Other factors that can contribute to GERD include hiatal hernias, obesity, smoking, and certain medications.

Symptoms:

The most common symptom of GERD is heartburn, which is a burning sensation in the chest that can occur after eating, lying down, or bending over. Other symptoms include chest pain, difficulty swallowing, regurgitation, nausea, and a chronic cough.

Diagnosis:

GERD is typically diagnosed based on a patient’s symptoms and medical history. Dr Gaurang Ramesh may also perform tests such as an endoscopy or pH monitoring to confirm the diagnosis and assess the severity of the condition.

Prevention:

Preventing GERD involves making lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding trigger foods (such as spicy or acidic foods), quitting smoking, and eating smaller, more frequent meals. Elevating the head of the bed and avoiding lying down immediately after eating can also help prevent symptoms.

1. pylori and GERD:

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria that can infect the stomach and cause gastritis or ulcers. While H. pylori infection does not directly cause GERD, it can contribute to acid reflux by increasing the acidity of the stomach. Treating H. pylori with antibiotics can help improve symptoms of GERD in some cases.

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Natural ways to reduce GERD:

A functional medicine approach to treating GERD involves addressing the root causes of the condition and promoting overall gut health. This may include incorporating probiotics and prebiotics into your diet, avoiding trigger foods, reducing stress, and incorporating natural remedies such as ginger, chamomile tea, or licorice root.

Laparoscopic surgery for GERD:

In severe cases of GERD, laparoscopic surgery may be necessary to reinforce the lower esophageal sphincter and prevent stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus. This type of surgery is minimally invasive and involves making small incisions in the abdomen. Patients should follow instructions from their surgeon regarding preparation and recovery after surgery.

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