Gastric reflux Health Dictionary

A usually chronic condition, started by irritation, with congestion in time, leading to edema, blistering, and the formation of an ulcer. Hylobacter infections seem to prolong and aggravate the condition, but the presence alone of the bacteria, without functional impairment, will not begin the disease. Possessing a certain “workaholic” panache...even boasted of in some business circles as if to validate one’s work ethic, it nonetheless is fatal if untreated.... gastric ulcer

Pertaining to the stomach.... gastric

See: REFLUX. ... gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

An abnormal backflow of fluid in a body passage due to failure of the passage’s exit to close fully.

A common type of reflux is regurgitation of acid fluid from the stomach (see acid reflux).... reflux

Hair-like appendages in the stomach of most cubozoan jellyfish. They contain nematocysts and aid in digestion.... gastric cirri

A method of gastric decontamination used in the treatment of poisoning. It is not used routinely. Lavage involves the passage of a lubricated tube via the mouth and OESOPHAGUS into the stomach. Patients are positioned on their side with the head lower than the feet. A small quantity of ?uid (300 ml) is passed into the stomach and the contents then drained out (by gravity) by lowering the end of the tube. This is repeated until the solution is clear of particulate matter. The procedure should be done only by an experienced health professional.... gastric lavage

A disorder in which the contents of the STOMACH back up into the OESOPHAGUS because the usual neuromuscular mechanisms for preventing this are intermittently or permanently failing to work properly. If persistent, the failure may cause oesophagitis (see OESOPHAGUS, DISEASES OF). If a person develops HEARTBURN, regurgitation, discomfort and oesophagitis, the condition is called gastro-oesophageal re?ux disease (GORD) and sometimes symptoms are so serious as to warrant surgery. Gastrooesophageal re?ux is sometimes associated with HIATUS HERNIA.

Gastro-oesophageal disease should be diagnosed in those patients who are at risk of physical complications from the re?ux. Diagnosis is usually based on the symptoms present or by monitoring the production of acid using a pH probe inserted into the oesophagus through the mouth, since lesions are not usually visible on ENDOSCOPY. Severe heartburn, caused by the lining of the oesophagus being damaged by acid and PEPSIN from the stomach, is commonly confused with DYSPEPSIA. Treatment should start with graded doses of one of the PROTON PUMP INHIBITORS; if this is not e?ective after several months, surgery to remedy the re?ux may be required, but the effects are not easily predictable.... gastro-oesophageal reflux

The involuntary regurgitation of stomach contents or surface acids into the throat, with heartburn; it can be simple or serious.... gastroesophageal reflux

Fluid ?owing in the opposite direction to normal (i.e. back ?ow). Often refers to regurgitation of stomach contents into the OESOPHAGUS (see also OESOPHAGUS, DISEASES OF), or of urine from the URINARY BLADDER back into the ureters (see URETER).... reflux

The back ?ow of URINE from the URINARY BLADDER into the ureters (see URETER). The cause is defects in the VALVES which normally prevent this re?ux from occurring. If, in addition, the patient – usually a child – acquires bacteria in the bladder, the consequence may be one or more attacks of PYELONEPHRITIS caused by the infected urine gaining access to the kidney pelvis. Diagnosis is by imaging techniques. Treatment is by long-term antibiotics while awaiting spontaneous recovery. Occassionally, corrective surgery is required.... vesico-ureteric reflux

Regurgitation of acidic fluid from the stomach into the oesophagus due to inefficiency of the muscular valve at the lower end of the oesophagus. Also known as gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), acid reflux may inflame the oesophagus, resulting in heartburn due to oesophagitis. It may occur in pregnancy and often affects overweight people.... acid reflux

Washing out the stomach with water, usually to remove toxins.... lavage, gastric

a form of *bariatric surgery in which a band is placed around the stomach to effectively reduce its size and therefore restrict the amount of food it can accommodate. Weight loss should result. The procedure can be performed either in open operation or laparoscopically. The bands can be of a fixed size or adjustable (to vary calorie intake) by means of a small reservoir situated under the skin into which fluid can be injected or removed by the patient.... gastric banding

any of several procedures of *bariatric surgery that allow food to bypass parts of the gut in order to reduce absorption of nutrients and calories. Such operations often lead to greater weight loss than restrictive procedures, such as *gastric banding and *stomach stapling, but there are significant long-term complications relating to chronic malabsorption and patients must remain under long-term specialist follow-up.... gastric bypass surgery

tubular glands that lie in the mucous membrane of the stomach wall. There are three varieties: the cardiac, parietal (oxyntic), and pyloric glands, and they secrete *gastric juice.... gastric glands

the liquid secreted by the *gastric glands of the stomach. Its main digestive constituents are hydrochloric acid, mucin, *rennin, and pepsinogen. The acid acts on pepsinogen to produce *pepsin, which functions best in an acid medium. The acidity of the stomach contents also kills unwanted bacteria and other organisms that have been ingested with the food. Gastric juice also contains *intrinsic factor, which is necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12.... gastric juice

Acid Reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a chronic disease in which the lower esophageal sphincter lets the gastric acid to enter the esophagus, causing a number of symptoms, such as heartburn, acid indigestion and, at times, even esophageal injuries. When not treated, this affection is life-threatening, so something must be done immediately. Even if traditional medicine found a number of treatments along the years, alternative medicine advices you to go with the safest cures which imply the use of teas and decoctions. Since Reflux is not a recent disease, herbalists had a lot of time to improve their research and recommend the most appropriate treatment. If you suffer from this condition and nothing seems to be working for you, give teas a try. How Tea for Reflux Works A Tea for Reflux’ main goal is to stop the unwanted reactions from your body and direct the gastric acid to the stomach, stopping it from entering your esophagus. Other action of these teas involves triggering a positive response from your body in order to increase your heartbeat and blood flow, so that the gastric acid doesn’t cause any pain. If you suffer from Reflux or GERD, you know that you need to be on a strict regime. Unfortunately, a Tea for Reflux implies the same thing. You need to understand that these regimes keep your cholesterol and general health well balanced. A good nutrition will not heal your Reflux problems. It’s only purpose is to prevent other health problems from happening. Efficient Tea for Reflux When choosing a Tea for Reflux, you need to be extra careful and don’t pick one that will make your pain worse. If you’re not sure which teas to choose from, here’s a list to give you a hand: - Licorice Tea – will improve your coronary action and will stop gastric acid from leaving the stomach. In other words, this Tea for Reflux enhances your body’s capacity to produce the enzymes and nutrients capable of stopping all malfunctions from happening. Licorice has also a great effect on you and your health in case you’re suffering from severe headaches, migraines and stress. - Chamomile Tea – probably the world’s greatest panacea, Chamomile Tea can increase your immunity level and your antibodies level. It is also a great remedy if you’re suffering from cold throats, flu, sleep apnea, pleurisy or pulmonary edema. - Mint Tea – not only that is a wonderful help in case of reflux, but it can also replace your morning coffee (just make sure you don’t drink more than 6 cups per day in order to avoid diarrhea or constipation). Mint tea is well known for its ability to treat both digestive tract problems and respiratory conditions. - Cinnamon Tea – used as a main ingredient for many cookies recipes, Cinnamon is also a wonderful Tea for Reflux. Thanks to its powerful scent and active constituents, this tea can help you calm your stomach problems and clear your respiratory ways. Don’t drink more than 3 cups per day, however. Cinnamon has a strong aromatic taste, but if you feel it’s a bit unpleasant, you may add honey or lemon. Tea for Reflux Side Effects When taken properly, these teas are safe. However, don’t exceed the number of cups recommended per day in order to avoid diarrhea or constipation. Other than that, there’s no reason not to try a Tea for Reflux. When in doubt, however, always ask your doctor for advice. If he says it’s ok to start an herbal treatment, choose a Tea for Reflux that fits you best and add it to your shopping cart next time you’re in a teashop! Enjoy Nature’s wonderful benefits!... tea for reflux

A break in the surface layer of the membrane lining the stomach. A break deeper than this layer is called a gastric ulcer (see peptic ulcer).Gastric erosions occur in some cases of gastritis.

Many erosions result from ingestion of alcohol, iron tablets, or aspirin.

The physical stress of serious illness, such as kidney failure, or of burns may bring on an erosion.

Often there are no symptoms, but erosions may bleed, causing vomiting of blood or blood in the faeces.

Persistent loss of blood may lead to anaemia.

Gastric erosions are diagnosed by gastroscopy.

They usually heal in a few days when they are treated with antacid drugs and ulcer-healing drugs.... gastric erosion

see stomach stapling.... gastric stapling

the process in which the stomach contents transiently reflux into the oesophagus. Reflux is a normal process but pathological reflux (see gastro-oesophageal reflux disease) gives rise to symptoms and complications.... gastro-oesophageal reflux

the backflow of urine from the bladder into the ureters. It is classified into primary or congenital vesicoureteric reflux, which is due to defective valves (which normally prevent reflux), or secondary, which is due to another condition (e.g. *neuropathic bladder). Infection may be conveyed to the kidneys, causing recurrent attacks of acute *pyelonephritis and scarring of the kidneys in childhood. Children with urinary infection must be investigated for reflux by *cystoscopy; if the condition does not settle with antibiotic therapy corrective surgery must be performed.... vesicoureteric reflux