GASTRITIS: This is a condition where the stomach can become inflamed, irritated, or eroded. It is a condition that might happen gradually or just suddenly, and if it is left untreated, it may lead to the risk of developing stomach cancer or significant blood loss.
CAUSES OF GASTRITIS
Inflammation brought on by heavy consumption of alcohol, frequent vomiting, stress, or the use of specific medications like aspirin or other anti-inflammatory therapies can result in gastritis.
Gastritis could be caused by the following:
1. HELICOBACTER PYLORI (H. PYLORI): A Bacteria that lives in the mucous lining of the stomach, without treatment the infection can lead to ulcers, and in some persons, stomach cancer.
2. BILE REFLUX: This happens when a backflow of bile goes into the stomach from the bile tract (the bile tract is what connects to the liver and gallbladder).
3. INFECTION caused by Bacteria and viruses.
SYMPTOMS OF GASTRITIS
The Symptoms of gastritis are not specific because it varies among individuals, and some people might not show any symptoms, but the commonest symptoms are:
- Vomiting
- Indigestion
- Nausea or recurrent upset stomach
- Abdominal bloating
- Abdominal pains
- Loss of appetite
- Burning sensational feeling in the stomach between meals or at night
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting blood or coffee ground-like materials
- Black and tarry stools.
PREVENTION:
- Steer clear of fried, spicy, acidic, and greasy foods.
- Limiting caffeine intake (chemical compound).
- Snacking frequently during the day.
- Controlling stress
- Limiting alcohol intake
- Avoiding NSAIDS (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
- After eating, lying down for two to three hours should be avoided
TREATMENT USING KEDI PRODUCTS: The combinations of these listed kedi products below will help take care of any form of gastritis.
