#Gastroesophageal

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[disabled-bug]

I’m so proud of people living with chronic health conditions. That shit is HARD. Idk who needs to hear this, but if no one else has said it: I’m proud of you. You’re sticking it out through so much pain and grief. That’s no small feat.

Every small thing you do for yourself health adds up. The grief is heavy and it comes from a place of love. The grief knows the pain is wronging you.

I’m proud of you. I hope on the good days you can be proud of yourself.

Keep going.

[wishesmsg]

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Overview

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic digestive disorder characterized by the reflux of stomach acid and other digestive juices into the esophagus. The esophagus is a muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach.Normally, a circular muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) keeps the contents of the stomach from flowing back into the esophagus. However, in people with GERD, the LES is weak or relaxes abnormally, allowing acid to flow back into the esophagus.GERD can cause a variety of symptoms, including heartburn (a burning sensation in the chest), regurgitation (the sensation of acid backing up into the throat or mouth), difficulty swallowing, and chest pain. Over time, GERD can lead to inflammation and damage to the esophagus, a condition known as esophagitis.Risk factors for GERD include obesity, pregnancy, hiatal hernia, smoking, and certain medications. Treatment for GERD typically involves lifestyle changes, such as avoiding trigger foods, losing weight, and quitting smoking, as well as medications to reduce acid production or strengthen the LES. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to correct the problem.

Symptoms

The most common symptoms of GERD include:- Heartburn: a burning sensation in the chest, often after eating or at night, that may be accompanied by a sour or bitter taste in the mouth. - Regurgitation: the sensation of acid backing up into the throat or mouth, which can cause a bitter or sour taste. - Difficulty swallowing: a feeling of food getting stuck in the throat or chest. - Chest pain: a sharp or burning pain in the chest that may be mistaken for a heart attack. - Chronic cough: a persistent cough that does not go away, even after treatment with medication. - Hoarseness or sore throat: a rough or raspy voice, or a sore or scratchy throat that may be caused by acid reflux. - Asthma: some people with GERD may experience asthma-like symptoms, such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. - Dental problems: frequent exposure to stomach acid can cause erosion of tooth enamel, leading to dental problems like decay and sensitivity. - Persistent symptoms: if you have heartburn or other symptoms of GERD two or more times per week, for several weeks or months. - Difficulty swallowing: if you have difficulty swallowing or pain when swallowing, or if food gets stuck in your throat. - Chest pain: if you experience chest pain, especially if it is severe or accompanied by shortness of breath, sweating, or dizziness, as this could be a sign of a heart attack. - Chronic cough or hoarseness: if you have a persistent cough or hoarseness that does not go away, even after treatment with medication. - Worsening symptoms: if your symptoms are getting worse despite treatment or lifestyle changes. - Symptoms at night: if your symptoms are worse at night or wake you up from sleep. - Difficulty sleeping: if you have difficulty sleeping due to symptoms of GERD. - Other concerns: if you have any other concerns about your digestive health, or if you have a family history of gastrointestinal problems or cancer. - Obesity: excess body weight can put pressure on the abdomen and push stomach contents upward. - Hiatal hernia: a condition in which a portion of the stomach protrudes through the diaphragm into the chest cavity, making it easier for acid to reflux into the esophagus. - Pregnancy: hormonal changes and increased pressure on the abdomen during pregnancy can increase the risk of GERD. - Smoking: nicotine can weaken the LES and contribute to acid reflux. - Certain foods and beverages: certain foods and beverages can trigger or exacerbate symptoms of GERD, including spicy or fatty foods, alcohol, and caffeine. - Medications: certain medications can increase the risk of GERD by relaxing the LES or irritating the esophagus, including NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), bisphosphonates, and some antidepressants. - Genetics: there may be a genetic component to GERD, as it tends to run in families. - Aging: the muscles in the LES may weaken with age, increasing the risk of GERD. - Obesity: excess body weight can put pressure on the abdomen and increase the risk of acid reflux. - Hiatal hernia: a condition in which a portion of the stomach protrudes through the diaphragm into the chest cavity, making it easier for acid to reflux into the esophagus. - Pregnancy: hormonal changes and increased pressure on the abdomen during pregnancy can increase the risk of GERD. - Smoking: nicotine can weaken the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and contribute to acid reflux. - Alcohol and caffeine: both alcohol and caffeine can increase the production of stomach acid and relax the LES, making it easier for acid to reflux into the esophagus. - Certain foods and beverages: spicy or fatty foods, citrus fruits, tomato-based products, chocolate, and carbonated beverages can all trigger or exacerbate symptoms of GERD. - Medications: certain medications can increase the risk of GERD by relaxing the LES or irritating the esophagus, including NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), bisphosphonates, and some antidepressants. - Delayed stomach emptying: conditions that delay the emptying of the stomach, such as gastroparesis, can increase the risk of GERD. - Genetics: there may be a genetic component to GERD, as it tends to run in families. - Esophagitis: inflammation and irritation of the esophagus, which can lead to bleeding, ulcers, and scarring. - Barrett's esophagus: a condition in which the cells lining the esophagus change and become more like the cells lining the intestines. This can increase the risk of esophageal cancer. - Stricture: narrowing of the esophagus due to scarring from repeated inflammation. - Respiratory problems: acid reflux can irritate the lungs and cause wheezing, coughing, and pneumonia. - Dental problems: repeated exposure to stomach acid can erode tooth enamel and lead to tooth decay. - Chronic cough: acid reflux can irritate the throat and cause a persistent cough. - Asthma: acid reflux can trigger or worsen asthma symptoms. - Sleep disturbances: GERD can cause nighttime symptoms, such as heartburn and coughing, that can interfere with sleep.It's important to seek medical attention if you experience any symptoms of GERD, as prompt treatment can help prevent these complications. Read the full article

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[dissociacrip]

shoutout to other physically disabled people (esp. if you're also mentally disabled/ill) who are seen as not wanting to "help ourselves" because we can't make "simple" lifestyle changes,

who can't keep up with PT/OT on their own even if the exercises "just take 10 minutes" or generally can't keep up with regular exercise,

who aren't able to cut trigger foods out of our diets even if what they trigger is actively damaging our bodies/progressing certain things,

who use assistive devices, treatments, or aids that aren't technically "good for us" but they're all we have and we just want something, anything, to make our lives less miserable and aren't able to do much else

anything else where "just making this one change" would technically be beneficial but it's difficult to keep up with, or takes too much energy/takes executive function skills that we don't have, or conflicts w/ stuff in our lives that's not seen by others as important enough or significant (like sensory issues)

we're not "lazy" and we don't "just need to try harder," we're just not capable of "just doing" many of the same "simple" things that other people are, because we're disabled

[chronic-gastro-illness-culture]

hows the tummy hurty fandom doing

[idiosynchratic-anomalocaris]

Every person with acid reflux should be paid $500

[sleep-nurse]

また会いましょう！

[gastroenterologyucgconferences]

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[cosmicyellow]

tummy hurt club rise up!

also thanks to @thenumberfives for sharing @geno2925 's 2017 post for the inspo

[disabled-bug]

disabled people when their disability disables them

[toomanyacronyms]

Sometimes I Feel Like A Faker

I use the right scale myself. But I don't have pain, so I don't use it to rate pain severity. I use it to rate symptom severity. I'm usually a 3-4, sometimes a 5-6. When I'm out walking for more than 20 minutes, I easily hit a 7-8 which takes hours to recover from. But when I translate it to the left one for healthcare professionals, I'm being told I'm exaggerating and lying. Like no, those numbers are true. I have reached a 10 on the regular scale via symptom severity. It just looks different to you because I don't experience chronic pain like everyone expects me to. I really need to just have this picture on my tablet or phone ready to show all healthcare professionals that I'm not lying.

It's like I'm supposed to be able to push past symptoms because I don't have chronic pain, but some of my symptoms involve pain that comes under certain conditions. I feel like a faker because I get sever symptoms, but because they rarely come with chronic pain, I'm left feeling like I'm faking.

[eliana-system]

GERD (gastro esophageal reflux disease) is a chronic acid reflux disease than currently is burning my lungs and my throat and vocal cords. I drew this during a flare up.

[chronic-chronic]

ok for a year now I've had slight vomiting. lets just say I can't control it nor trust my belches/burps.

Just today i just casually vomited on myself, without even bending down .

I have reflux disease but it shouldn't cause vomiting. I'm kinda scared haha

On other note i have had symptoms of gastroparesis. And the symptoms have escalated in couple years. However I'm scared of asking for the gastric emptying test....

[chronic-gastro-illness-culture]

undiagnosed chronic gastro illness culture is idk whats wrong w me but i think its trying to kill me