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Gastrointestinal problems

Gastrointestinal problems is an inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach. It can occur suddenly (acute) or gradually (chronic).

Signs and Symptoms:

Many people with Gastrointestinal problems experience no symptoms at all. However, upper central abdominal pain is the most common symptom; the pain may be dull, vague, burning, aching, gnawing, sore, or sharp. Gastrointestinal problems Pain is usually located in the upper central portion of the abdomen, but it may occur anywhere from the upper left portion of the abdomen around to the back.

Other signs and symptoms of Gastrointestinal problems may include:

Nausea
Vomiting (if present, may be clear, green or yellow, blood-streaked, or completely bloody, depending on the severity of the stomach inflammation)
Belching (if present, usually does not relieve the pain much)
Bloating
Early satiety
Loss of appetite
Unexplained weight loss
Black tarry stoolst

Causes of Gastrointestinal problems:

Gastrointestinal problems can be caused by irritation due to excessive alcohol use, chronic vomiting, stress, irregular dietary habits, improper sleep, etc.

Diagnosis:

Diagnosis of Gastrointestinal problems can be made basing on the clinical presentation supported with X-ray, CT, MRI and appropriate blood tests.

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 people, stomach cancer.

Pernicious anemia in Gastrointestinal problems:

A form of anemia that occurs when the stomach lacks a naturally occurring substance needed to properly absorb and digest vitamin B12.

Bile reflux in Gastrointestinal problems:

A backflow of bile into the stomach from the bile tract (that connects to the liver and gallbladder).
Infections caused by bacteria and viruses.
Old age
Autoimmune disorders

Other diseases and conditions in Gastrointestinal problems:

Including HIV/AIDS, Crohn's disease and parasitic infections. If gastritis is left untreated, it can lead to a severe loss in blood and may increase the risk of developing stomach cancer

Diagnosis:

Often, a diagnosis can be made based on the patient's description of his or her symptoms, but other methods which may be used to verify gastritis include: Blood tests like CBP, ESR, Liver function test, etc;
Urinalysis
Stool sample, to look for blood in the stool
X-rays, ECGs
Endoscopy, to check for stomach lining inflammation and mucous erosion
Stomach biopsy, to test for gastritis and other conditions.

Homeopathy treatment of Gastrointestinal problems:

Apart from physical causes, Homeopathic treatment takes into account the emotional liabilities involved in the treatment plan of Gastritis. The imbalance in healing of Gastritis whether acute or chronic is corrected by right Homeopathic medication with subsequent Homeostasis thereby preventing recurrences.

Peptic Ulcer in Gastrointestinal problems

Both stomach (gastric) ulcers and duodenal ulcers are referred to as peptic ulcers. Whereas duodenal ulcers affect four times as many men as women, stomach ulcers are more or less equal distributed; for women, however, the risk of ulcers increases after the Menopause, perhaps because high levels of estrogen have a protective effect.

Stomach ulcers are coin-sized raw areas on the walls of the stomach where the protective mucus coating has been eroded by acidic gastric juice after infection has damaged the lining. A bacterium is nearly always found in those with gastric ulcers, it is present in only 40 per cent of healthy stomachs. It can be diagnosed by a breath test. It is also more common in people in poor social and economic groups and with a poor diet. May be due to over-production of acid PROBLEMS, failure to produce enough mucus, or regurgitation of bile from the duodenum, which may in turn be due to heavy smoking or drinking, irregular eating habits, Allergy to foods such as wheat and mild Stress, recurrent Gastritis, or drugs, especially aspirin, steroids, and non - steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

The symptoms of a stomach ulcer are a gnawing or burning pain in the chest or upper abdomen, sometimes lasting for 1-2 hours, Indigestion and Nausea and vomiting pain may or may not coincide with eating. Groups most at risk are older people, people on low incomes, and blood group A. With time, if ulcers are left untreated, there maybe losses of appetite and Weight (if ulcer perforates stomach wall), pyloric stenosis (if ulcer blocks exit from stomach), and cancer of the stomach, are also slight risks. A bleeding stomach ulcer is fairly rare, but can cause rapid blood loss and Shock, Anemia..

Duodenal ulcers are raw spots in the lining of the duodenum eroded by acid from the stomach; somewhat smaller than stomach ulcers, they usually cause gnawing upper abdominal pain 3-4 hours after eating. As with stomach ulcers, heavy smoking, aspirin, steroids, and anti-inflammatory drugs, and over-production of stomach acid are the culprits; condition is more common in blood group O and among people with emphysema or alcoholic Cirrhosis of the liver. Possible complications include bleeding, leading to Anemia, pyloric stenosis (narrowing of exit from stomach), and Peritonitis (infection of abdominal cavity if ulcers perforate duodenal wall).

Conventional treatment of stomach and duodenal ulcers includes bed rest; antacids, H2 receptor antagonists (such as ranitidine and cimetidine), and proton pump inhibitors such as omeprezole; also antibiotics and bismuth to eliminate Helicobacter.

Indigestions and Nausea and vomiting for specific homeopathic remedies; many of these include 'peptic ulcer' as one of their symptoms.

Hyperacidity in Gastrointestinal problems

The acid-producing cells in stomach can produce too much or too little hydrochloric acid; either condition can cause Indigestions.

Over-acidity is one of the causes of Peptic ulcer and Gestritis. Coffee, especially decaffeinated coffee, increases acid production. Under-acidity allows food to ferment in the stomach, causing Bad breath, Belching, and flatulence. Marijuana, pollutants such as DDT, and Fever seem to depress acid production. Among the conditions associated with under-production of acid are Anemia, Asthma , Osteoporosis, Diabetes, Food allergy, celiac disease in Gastrointestinal treatment.

For homeopathic remedies, see indigestion or Peptic ulcer read whichever of the above entries seems appropriate. Normalizing acid secretion by making dietary or lifestyle changes is infinitely preferable to taking antacids, drugs, or supplements of hydrochloric acid on a long-term basis.

Cirrhosis of the Liver Gastrointestinal treatment

Damage to intricate architecture of liver caused by alcohol, malnutrition, Hepatitis, Hart failure, and certain drugs and toxins, magnesium deficiency may also be a factor. Damaged tissue is replaced by hard lumps of scar tissue, yellowish in appearance, which cut off hard-working liver cells from the vessels and ducts, which enable them to function.

As liver function deteriorates, there is Weight loss, loss of appetite, Nausea and Vomiting, Indigestion, general weakness, and a tendency to bleed and bruise easily; in later stages, Jaundis develops and periods cease, followed by fluid retention (oedema) and liver failure. Sufferers are always advised to stop drinking alcohol, and to cut down intake of salt and fat; diuretics, steroids, cytotoxic drugs, and vitamin and mineral supplements may also be prescribed.

Hepatitis in Gastrointestinal treatment

An infected liver; infection may be chronic and grumble on for months or years, or it may be sudden and acute, caused by hepatitis A or B virus, or by the viruses which cause Glandular fever and yellow fever or by alcohol and certain drugs. In some cases acute episodes may lead on to chronic infection.

Ulcerative Colitis in Gastrointestinal treatment

A fairly rare condition in which lining of rectum and colon become progressively ulcerated, causing periodic attacks of left-sided Abdomen pain, Diarrhea, mucus and blood in faces, and in severe cases Fever and Nausea. Complications include Anemia, as ulcers bleed, and Septicemia, as toxins from ulcers get into bloodstream; risk of developing cancer of the colon or rectum - see Cancer is slight.

Cause is not known, but broad-spectrum antibiotics can aggravate condition. Diagnosis is by barium enema and endoscopies of the rectum and lower colon. Conventionally treated by steroids; in severe cases steroids and nutrients may have to be given intravenously to rest colon and allow it to heal; colostomy, or surgical removal of affected part of colon, is a last resort.

After a first attack, constitutional homeopathic treatment is recommended.

Also known as functional or nervous diarrhea, colon or vegetative neurosis, or mucous colitis; main symptoms are Constipations and Diarroea, turn and turn about, occasional cramping pains in lower abdomen, and sometimes pain on defecating. Muscular contraction in the colon or ileum is uncoordinated and spasmodic, though not for any reason which can be detected by X-rays or endoscopy; causes are as likely to be psychological - family, marital, or work problems, cancer Phobia, in fact Stress in general - as dietary.

However, a low-fiber diet, or intolerance to wheat, corn, dairy products, citrus fruit, tea, coffee, apples, pears, and salads - in that order- is sometimes the culprit Less often, spasms can be triggered off by a bowel infection, bowel parasites (, tapeworms, amoebae, etc.), overgrowth of bowel flora, , spinal maladjustment, or excessive use of laxatives. Twice as many women are affected as men.

Cholecystitis or Gallstones in Gastrointestinal treatment

An acute condition in which the gall bladder becomes inflamed and swollen because flow of bile into duodenum is blocked by Gallstones result is biliary colic - intense pain in upper right abdomen or between shoulders, Indigestion, especially after fatty food, and Nausea with or without vomiting; untreated, condition can lead to Jaundice and occasionally, if gall bladder bursts, to Peritonitis

Constipation for Gastrointestinal treatment

Delayed transit of solid wastes through colon, resulting in irregular, infrequent, or difficult bowel movements; the longer faeces stay in the colon, the more water is absorbed from them, the harder they become, and the more straining is required to pass them; the risk of faucal toxins passing into the bloodstream and adversely affecting the metabolism of the rest of the body is also increased Though conditions such as cancer of the colon or rectum Irritable bowel syndrome, Deverticular disease, Anal fissure, and piles may contribute to difficult or painful movements, the root cause of constipation is usually dietary - not enough fibre, not enough fluids, a lack of Vitamin B1, B5, B6, potassium, magnesium and zinc, too much animal protein (meat, eggs), too many dairy products, too much Vitamin D, too much aluminum, and too much vinegar, pepper, salt, and spices.

If diet is not at fault, cause may be eating meals too fast, not taking enough exercise, tension, Anxiety, Depression, delaying or not regularly obeying the urge to open the bowels, taking antibiotics or abusing laxatives (both of which upset balance of micro-organisms in gut), abuse of certain over-the-counter drugs, especially cough mixtures, hypothyroidism, liver malfunction leading to inadequate bile production, impairment of nerves supplying colon due to spinal abnormality or injury. . .

The list of disorders for which constipation is blamed, or in which constipation is thought to play a part, is even longer, ranging from vague symptoms such as 'liverishness' and sluggishness to heart disease and Cancer. The roll call includes Headache, Insomnia, , various skin complaints, eye problems, dental problems, Epilepsy, Stroke, Arteriosclerosis, premature ageing, Asthma, Tuberculosis, Diabetes, Gallstone, liver trouble, Ulerative colitis, Piles.

In homeopathy Gastrointestinal treatment, constipation is regarded as a constitutional problem, and is therefore treated constitutionally; bowel nosodes may be given The remedies given in Self Help section are for use on an occasional basis only, for example when travel or holidays disrupt normal diet and exercise habits

Diarrhea in Gastrointestinal treatment

Failure of the large intestine to absorb water from farces; this can happen with Irritable bowel syndrome (diarrhea alternates with constipation), Gastroenteritis (diarrhea and vomiting), Ulcerative colitis (blood in farces), Food poisoning (diarrhea and vomiting), worms and other intestinal

parasites (tapeworms), lactose intolerance and other food intolerances, and even Anxiety. Certain drugs, especially antibiotics cause diarrhea; also antacids because of their magnesium content, and so does a lack of Vitamin B3 or floated; too much Vitamin D can cause constipation as well as diarrhea. Liquid stools can also be the price of eating too many purses or prunes. Chronic diarrhea can cause potassium deficiency.

Piles (Haemorrhoids) in Gastrointestinal treatment

Haemorrhoids are vascular structures in the anal canal. Normally they are cushions that help with stool control. They become piles when swollen or inflamed.

Signs and symptoms of piles

• The signs and symptoms of haemorrhoids depend on the type present.
• Internal haemorrhoids usually present with painless rectal bleeding.
• External haemorrhoids may produce few symptoms or, if thrombosed, significant pain and swelling in the area of the anus.

External

• If not thrombosed, it may cause few problems.
• However, when thrombosed, it may be very painful.
• Nevertheless, this pain typically resolves in two to three days.
• The swelling may, however, take a few weeks to disappear.
• A skin tag may remain after healing.
• If haemorrhoids are large and cause issues with hygiene, they may produce irritation of the surrounding skin, and thus itchiness around the anus.

Internal

• Bright red rectal bleeding during or following a bowel movement.
• Tenderness or pain during bowel movements.
• A Mucous anal discharge and anal itching.
• Internal haemorrhoids are usually only painful if they become thrombosed or necrotic.

Cause

• Can be at any age and anyone can be affected.
• Almost 50% of people experience it at some time in their life.
• More common in elderly people and during pregnancy.
• Extreme abdominal pressure causes the veins to swell and become susceptible to irritation.
• People who prefer a diet high in processed foods are at greater risk of haemorrhoids.
• A low-fibre diet or inadequate fluid intake can cause constipation, which can lead to haemorrhoids.

bDiagnosis

• Doctor typically diagnosis it by physical examination.
• A visual examination of the anus and surrounding area may diagnose external or prolapsed haemorrhoids.
• A rectal examination may be performed to detect possible rectal tumours, polyps, an enlarged prostate, or abscesses.
• Visual confirmation of internal haemorrhoids may require anoscopy (insertion of a hollow tube device with a light attached at one end).

Prevention

• Avoiding straining while attempting to defecate.
• Avoiding constipation and diarrhoea.
• Eat a high-fibre diet and drink plenty of fluid or by taking fibre supplements.
• Do sufficient exercise.
• Spend less time attempting to defecate.
• Avoid reading while on the toilet.

Reduce weight

• Do not hold the natures’ call
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle
• Walk Regularly

Homeopathy Treatment

• Homeopathy treatment is holistic & patient friendly, and are customized to suit each patient according to his condition. Homeopathy offers the best treatment for piles.