Gastric reflux symptoms
Gastric reflex is a disorder which is characterized by reverse reflex of gastric content. The food(or any other substance) come back to the mouth via esophagus.This occurs as a reflex action to the excessive acid in the stomach which causes gastric irritation. There are many Gastric reflux symptoms which are discussed below.
This may be an indication of gastric ulcer or ulcerative colitis, it should be dealt seriously since this is a major gastro intestinal disorder.The main causes for this disease are,
* Heavy stress is a major reason because more amount of acid is secreted when the person is tensed. The gastric acid is secreted by vagal nerves.
* Tobacco (chewing or cigarette) can contribute significantly towards hyper acidity. It stimulated the acid production in the stomach.
* Alcohol is found to be directly involved in increasing the pH of the stomach and it also irritates the gastric cells.
* Beverages like tea and coffee have nicotine which can stimulate the acid secretion in the g.i.t.
* Prolonged use of anti inflammatory drugs can harm the gastric protective lining and cause severe problems in the stomach and esophagus.
* Starving for long time leads to more acid accumulation in empty stomach leading to reflex reactions.
* Regular intake of spicy diets can hurt the gastric lining and also the mucous in the stomach and esophagus.
If one is suffering from this disease, one should immediately seek medical advise and then as soon the treatment is over. One should not ignore it. It can relapse any time so its a better option to maintain a healthy and punctual diet and intake of quality food which is of good hygiene and not take much of spicy food.
