How to reduce gastric problems? - #15550

Hello NAOFI,

🛑Because your symptoms are chronic and sometimes severe (especially chest discomfort), it’s important to get evaluated if home measures don’t help. Please consult a Gastroenterologist in person for this.

To reduce gastritis;

Eat smaller, more frequent meals and avoid lying down for 2–3 hours after eating.

Avoid trigger foods like spicy, oily, sour foods, dairy (if intolerant), beans, carbonated drinks, caffeine, chocolate, and alcohol.

Choose gentle foods such as bananas, oatmeal, rice porridge, ginger tea, and light soups.

Lifestyle habits: stay hydrated, eat regularly, walk briefly after meals, reduce stress, and avoid skipping meals.

OTC options like antacids or mild acid reducers can help temporarily, but avoid long-term use without a doctor. Tab.Omeprazole ( dont take more than a week )

I trust this helps Thank you

Hello dear See your symptoms typically correlate with either ibs or crohn’s disease. Both are associated with bloating, irritation, improper bowel movement, acidity and increased chances of diarrhoea/ constipation I suggest you to please get following tests done for confirmation CBC Stomach USG Sigmoidoscopy Colonoscopy Anas copy ( if recommended by laproscopic surgeon) Rbs Lft Rft Urine analysis Please share the result with gastroenterologist or laproscopic surgeon for better clarity. Please donot take any medication ( even acidity medication) without confirmation of exact diagnosis and consulting the concerned physician Hopefully you recover soon Regards

Gastirc issues, like the ones you describe, can really disrupt daily life, so it’s important to address the underlying causes. Firstly, it’s crucial to evaluate your diet since certain foods exacerbate gastric symptoms. Avoid high-fat or spicy foods, excess caffeine, and carbonated drinks, as they tend to increase bloating and discomfort. Smaller, more frequent meals might reduce stomach distention and growling. Consider whether any recent dietary or lifestyle changes coincide with the exacerbation. Stress can also play a significant role in gastric problems, especially conditions like irritable bowel syndrome or functional dyspepsia, so stress management practices might help—try deep breathing exercises or meditation. Smoking and alcohol can worsen gastric symptoms, so reducing or quitting these could benefit you. Considering over-the-counter options, antacids or proton pump inhibitors might offer some relief, but they should only be used as recommended by your healthcare provider. Given the chest pain you mentioned, it’s imperative to rule out any cardiac causes; chest pain associated with gastric issues can sometimes mimic heart conditions, so medical evaluation for this symptom is wise. If symptoms persist or worsen, definitely make an appointment with your healthcare provider for a more comprehensive assessment. They might suggest further investigations like an endoscopy or imaging to rule out conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or peptic ulcers. Each step of management needs to be tailored based on the specific underlying cause, and sometimes concurrent conditions could mimic or exacerbate your symptoms. Keep a symptom diary, noting when the symptoms appear, any potential triggers, and how you react to certain foods or activities. This information can provide valuable insights during medical consultations.