Gastritis – Live Homeo

About Gastritis

Burning sensation in the upper abdomen, bloating, nausea, vomiting and digestion problems are few common symptoms of a condition called Gastritis. Gastritis is a gastrointestinal disease just like ulcer and many people mistake it with ulcer as they two shares few common symptoms. This condition is especially triggered due to factors like unhealthy diet, alcoholism, smoking, infection with bacteria and many others. Controlling it is very crucial if left untreated can raise the risk of stomach ulcers, anemia, and even stomach cancer. Today, let us in detail discuss about it, its causes, symptoms and how homeopathy helps in controlling it.

Frequently asked questions

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Is Gastritis a chronic stomach problem?

Introduction to Gastritis?

Inflammation of stomach lining named mucosa is termed as Gastritis. Inflammation of mucosa is mainly caused due to excess gastric acid production by gastric glands. This overproduction of acids irritates the lining and leads to erosion of stomach lining and pain. Its pain can strike suddenly or gradually over time. The sudden outset of this condition is termed as acute Gastritis and when it occurs slowly, then it is termed as Chronic Gastritis.

Types of Gastritis

Based on the severity of the condition, it is broadly classified into types, namely
Erosive Gastritis- This is a type where excess gastric acids erode and lead to multiple lesions in the stomach lining. This erosion leads to severe pain and is comparatively less common.
Non- erosive Gastritis- This is a type where people only experience inflammation and not the erosion of the lining.

What are the causes of Gastritis?

As discussed, several factors can trigger excess gastric acid production and lead to Gastritis. Here I have mentioned a few common causative factors of this chronic condition

Aging (The stomach lining becomes week and thin as we age)
Bile reflux
Infection with bacteria especially H.pylori bacteria
Alcoholism
Smoking
Excess consumption of acidic foods
Immune disorders
Crohn’s disease
Stress
Excess intake of few medications
Persistent vomiting
Exposure to radiation
Sleeping disorders

What are the symptoms of Gastritis?

Symptoms and severity of the symptoms differ from one person to other based on the severity of the condition and type. Few people with this condition do not experience any symptoms, whereas few others have severe pain and other signs. Here are few common symptoms

Severe pain in the upper abdomen
Bloating
Burning sensation
Hiccups
Weight loss
Digestion problems
Loss of appetite
Dark colored stool
Diarrhea

How Homeopathy controls Gastritis

Homeopathy treatment for this gastrointestinal disease is highly recommended, as it uses natural remedies which are safe and side effects free. Homeopathy for Gastritis works by controlling and regularizing the production of gastric acid. It reduces inflammation and provides relief from symptoms and gradually controls the disease. Symptoms and their severity differ for each individual and Homeopaths prescribe treatment by carefully testing and observing patients health status. Homeopathy treatment for Gastritis is different for each individual as it purely depends on individuals symptoms and health history.

Gastritis treatment in Homeopathy work deep inside by eliminating the roots of the problem. This approach provide long-term relief and eliminate the risk of disease re-occurrence. Homeopathy medicine for Gastritis does not just control the disease but also improves overall health and wellness of the individuals by strengthening immune system.

Causes of Anemia

If you do not have enough hemoglobin or RBCs in your body, then it leads to a condition called anemia. This condition can range from mild to severe and may affect individuals minor or can be major. People with anemia face symptoms like weakness, hair loss, fainting, headache, and so on. Men are said to be with anemia if their hemoglobin level is less than 13.5 grams/100 ml, whereas women are said to be anemic if their hemoglobin levels are less than 12.0 grams/100ml. This range of hemoglobin differs in children. There are different types of anemia like iron deficiency anemia, vitamin deficiency anemia, aplastic anemia, anemia of chronic disease, sickle cell anemia, anemia associated with bone marrow disease, and others.

Anemia is mainly caused due to conditions like

Anemia caused due to low production of RBCs– This condition is again caused due to iron deficiency, vitamin deficiency, sickle cell anemia, and bone marrow and stem cell problems. Iron deficiency anemia symptoms include headache, weakness, skin paleness, and so on.

Anemia caused due to loss of RBCs– This condition is raised because of hemorrhage caused due to childbirth, gastritis, ulcers, hemorrhoids, heavy menstruations, cancers, and so on.

Anemia caused due to destruction of RBCs – This destruction of RBCs is caused by few conditions due to genetic issues like thalassemia, infections, toxins released due to kidney or liver diseases, tumors, clotting problems, severe high BP, and so on.

Signs to identify

Weakness or tiredness is the most common symptom seen in people with anemia and other symptoms of anemia include breathlessness, pale skin, low BP, headache, fainting, lack of concentration, insomnia, hair loss, abnormal heartbeat, and so on. The signs and symptoms of anemia differ with the types and severity of anemia. In few types of anemia people also face problems like jaundice, fever, skin rashes, swelling, and coldness in the hands and feet. These symptoms range from mild to severe depending on the condition and if anemia worsens, the symptoms people face also worsen. Slow growth and development is the main symptom seen in children with anemia. People with anemia are also at an increased risk of developing several infections and also experience joint, abdomen, and limb cramps. Many people get confused with the symptoms of anemia to other iron deficiency symptoms like weakness, hair loss, pale skin, dizziness, and others also resemble low iron symptoms in females and iron deficiency symptoms in men. To avoid this get diagnosed and get accurate and timely anemia treatment.

How to control anemia?

People can treat anemia problems by following few tips like

As we know iron deficiency causes anemia and to treat this and also increase your intake of iron-rich foods like spinach, chicken liver, pork, poultry, seafood, peas, black sesame seeds, raisins, dates, and others.

Control stress, as stress increases pressure on your spleen anemia liver and increases your risk of anemia. By controlling stress and getting enough sleep one can easily get along with anemia.

Avoid excess intake of caffeinated drinks, as it worsens anemia in anemic.

Take vitamin supplements like vitamin B 12 and folate supplements and others.

Treat your leaky gut problems and also nourish your spleen health.