What Causes Gastritis Flair Up?
Probably Gastritis, But Needs evaluation
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing in
Here are few observations which need consideration for management :
1] All your reports are normal except excessive gas
2] You are known case of Gerd
3] You are obese
4] You consume alcohol to relieve stress which actually aggravates gastritis
5] You are under stress as you need alcohol to divert your mind
Here are few suggestions :
1] Avoid spicy, fermented meals
2] Do not have heavy meals
3] Avoid smoking and alcohol
4] Wear loose clothes
5] Do not stoop
6] Do not lift heavy weights
7] Raise the head end of your bed
8] If Obese lose weight
9] If under stress - Manage stress levels by meditation and exercise
Get an Upper GI Endoscopy done, A liver function test, serum amylase and serum lipase
And in the mean time start a proton pump inhibitor twice a day before breakfast and before dinner
Hope this helps
Do write back in case of concern
Avoid Alcohol & Reduce Weight
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your followup
With all these reports as normal, you are a lucky man, yet take this as a warning bell and follow your consultant
Your consultant is right, reduce weight, watch your diet and avoid alcohol
Also when there is a flareup take Liq Sucralfate two tsf four times a day
Hope this clear your doubts
Wishing you a healthy life ahead
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Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing in again
The lower left spasms could be because of associated collitis
So keep a watch, if they continue add a probiotic twice a day and may be if needed go for a stool report
And get back to me with the reports
Regards