Reason
Irregular eating habits: Fast eating, overeating, spicy food, cold food, outside food, drinking insufficient water etc.Stress: Anxiety, depression etc.
Certain medicines: Such as aspirin, ibuprofen, etc.
Other: Allergy, Helicobacter pylori bacteria etc.
Symptoms
- Heartburn
- Abdominal bloating
- Abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Heartburn
- Chest pain
- Discomfort in the throat
Prevention
Regular eating habits: Eeating at regular times, eating in quantity, eating healthy food, drinking enough water.Reduce stress: Regular exercise, yoga, meditation etc.
Precaution in taking medicine: Take medicine as per doctor's advice.
Treatment
Lifestyle changes: Following the prevention measures mentioned above.Medicines: Heartburn medicines, acid neutralizers, digestive medicines, pain relievers etc.
In severe cases: Diagnosis and treatment by tests such as endoscopy, CT scan, biopsy etc.
Some home remedies
Ginger: Ginger is very beneficial for stomach problems. Consuming ginger tea on a regular basis eliminates gastric problems.Cumin: Cumin improves digestion and relieves gas problems. Cumin powder mixed with water is beneficial.
Mint: Mint leaves are very cooling for the stomach. Drinking the juice of mint leaves mixed with water cures gastric problems.
Banana: Banana is good for stomach ulcers. Consuming bananas regularly helps to cure gastric problems.
Yogurt: Yogurt is rich in probiotics that improve digestion and relieve gastric problems.
Healthy living along with education is important to prevent gastric problems. Technical treatment may include anti-acids and management and medication. Multiple antacids and anti-acid medications may also be prescribed.
