5. Gastroesophageal reflux
Chronic laryngitis, chronic cough, shortness of breath, foreign body sensation in the throat, chest pain or tightness, it is usually recommended to have the doctor check the «uncomfortable area» first and then confirm the condition of the stomach after eliminating the cause.
Gastroesophageal reflux not only causes common gastric ulcers, esophageal inflammation, and esophageal burns, but also requires special attention because long-term gastroesophageal reflux is an important cause of the precursor lesion of esophageal adenocarcinoma (Barrett’s esophagus).
Relief methods
Avoid foods that tend to make you vomit acid. This varies from person to person, usually fried high-fat foods, sweets, glutinous rice products, alcohol, coffee or soda, onions, citrus fruits and juices, or tomato products.
Smaller and more frequent meals, avoid large meals, 2 to 3 hours before bedtime, do not eat again.
Reduce weight, overweight or obese, too much fat will cause pressure on the stomach and trigger acid reflux.
Do not wear clothes that are too tight to avoid pressure on the abdomen.
Quit smoking, because smoking will affect the normal operation of the esophagus.
6. Gastric ulcer
Many people think that gastroesophageal reflux and gastric ulcer are mutually affected, but in fact, they are not the same!
The former is stomach acid running up the throat or esophagus burns; and gastric ulcer is a mucosal ulcer inside the stomach, and stomach acid continues to erode the wound of the stomach wall, serious «gastric perforation» will occur, you have to immediately undergo medical surgery treatment.
The causes may be smoking and drinking, stress, Helicobacter pylori infection, improper use of drugs (commonly aspirin), etc.
Relief methods
Take fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin A and C, such as cauliflower, bitter melon, lemon, etc.
Avoid eating too much dairy products.
Stop smoking and drinking, smoking and drinking will stimulate the gastrointestinal mucosa; smoking will also increase the secretion of stomach acid.
Stress will make gastric ulcers worse, you can usually use exercise to relieve stress, because the exercise will make the brain secrete endorphins, known as the happy hormone, is a very effective way to relieve stress.
