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This is
inflammation of the lining of the stomach.
What to look for
Some people do not have
symptoms but if they do the symptoms are usually:-
upper abdominal pain.
nausea.
vomiting.
diarrhoea.
loss of appetite.
Gastritis is a general
medical term for inflammation of the stomach lining. Attacks of acute (meaning that the
attacks do not last for a long time) gastritis usually last only one or two days. People
with chronic gastritis may have no pain but may experience appetite loss or nausea.
Causes
Gastritis can be caused by
too much
alcohol,
food
poisoning or a bacterial infection. Aspirin and other over-the-counter and
prescription drugs may cause erosion of the stomach lining.
Traditional Treatment
Gastritis can be treated
with over-the-counter medications, antacids or antibiotics.
Both conventional and
alternative practitioners frequently suggest changes in lifestyle that reduce your risk of
developing gastritis.
Alternative/Natural
Treatments
Herbal Therapies
- To soothe your stomach,
chamomile
(Matricaria recutita), or
Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza
glabra) extract in capsule or liquid form may also help. To soothe your stomach,
chamomile
(Matricaria recutita), or
Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza
glabra) extract in capsule or liquid form may also help.
Homoeopathy -
There are many possible Homoeopathic remedies for Gastritis, consult a Professional
for advice. There are many possible Homoeopathic remedies for Gastritis, consult a Professional
for advice.
Dietary Considerations
Avoid alcohol, caffeine,
and carbonated drinks from your diet
Eat more non-citrus
fruits, cooked vegetables, and bland foods,
Eat fewer refined
carbohydrates.
Try drinking raw potato
and cabbage juice to relieve this problem.
Supplements of
zinc and
vitamin A may
help heal the stomach lining.
When to seek further
professional advice
you are vomiting blood or
have bloody, dark stools; you need immediate medical attention.
stomach pain becomes
severe.
you have excessive
thirst, a dry mouth, or decreased urination.
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