#and nausea. Gastritis

[harmeet-saggi]

Gastritis Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Gastritis is a condition that describes the inflammation of the stomach lining. Gastritis can be caused by a variety of things, including infection, injury, or autoimmune disease. Symptoms of gastritis include abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, indigestion, and bloating. Treatment for gastritis depends on the underlying cause; however, antacids and other stomach-lining protectants are often used to help relieve symptoms. If you think you may have gastritis, it's important to see your doctor so that an accurate diagnosis can be made and appropriate treatment can be started.

[coffeeworldsasaki]

I'M HUNGRY NOT NAUSEOUS ACTUALLY HUNGRY

[shrimpoe]

They should make a digestive system that doesn't stop working under stress

[drhitendrakgarg]

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[anthonyed]

how did i go from 0 to having the worst migraine in less than 24H like that shit came with no aura whatsoever - ruDE

[pyropansy]

Its a new month which means I'm out of weed and have to go get more. But my paychecks have been so light since I took a massive pay cut, I can't afford my insurance and weed. Just gonna have to deal with being nauseated until I get paid again, I guess.

[drforambhuta]

The diagnosis of gastrointestinal conditions, such as gastritis, typically involves a comprehensive approach that combines medical history assessment, physical examinations, and a variety of tests. Here's an in-depth examination of the diagnostic process:

Medical History: Your healthcare provider will inquire about your symptoms, their duration, and any potential triggers or risk factors. These may include alcohol consumption, medication usage, or a family history of gastrointestinal issues.

Physical Examination: A physical assessment can reveal signs of gastritis, such as abdominal pain.

Endoscopy: This procedure entails the insertion of a slender, flexible tube equipped with a camera (endoscope) into the stomach to visually inspect the lining. It enables the identification of inflammation, ulcers, or any other irregularities.

Blood Tests: Blood examinations can detect specific markers, such as H. pylori antibodies or other indicators of inflammation, which aid in the diagnosis of gastritis.

Imaging Studies: In certain cases, imaging methods like X-rays or CT scans might be employed to evaluate the extent of stomach lining damage.

Once a diagnosis is established, the treatment approaches vary depending on the specific condition and its severity:

• Gastritis: Treatment for gastritis may encompass lifestyle adjustments, such as abstaining from alcohol and NSAIDs, coupled with medications to reduce stomach acid, manage symptoms, and address H. pylori infection if present.

• GERD: Managing GERD typically entails dietary modifications, lifestyle changes, and medications to control acid reflux.

• Peptic Ulcers: Treating peptic ulcers can involve antibiotics to eliminate H. pylori, medications to reduce stomach acid, and lifestyle alterations.

• IBS: The management of IBS focuses on symptom control, dietary adjustments, stress reduction, and occasionally, the use of medications to alleviate specific symptoms.

• IBD: In cases of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, medications are often required to manage inflammation and, in severe instances, surgical intervention may be necessary.

• Celiac Disease: The primary therapy for celiac disease involves adhering to a strict gluten-free diet. Avoiding gluten-containing foods can lead to symptom resolution and the healing of the intestinal lining.

You can undergo a quick and accurate diagnosis and get a customized treatment plan based on your gastric problems from Dr. Amit Maydeo, who is the best gastroenterologist in the country and is currently working at H N Reliance Hospital in Mumbai.

[cannabiscomrade]

It's Gastroparesis Awareness Month

Hi! I have gastroparesis and I'm an insufferable know-it-all so let's talk about it!

Gastroparesis, or a paralyzed stomach, is a condition that causes delayed gastric emptying.

This can cause a range of symptoms and complications:

nausea

vomiting

early satiety/fullness

upper gastric pain

heartburn

malabsorption

dehydration

malnutrition

Gastroparesis can be treated by a gastroenterologist, but often needs to be managed by a motility specialist due to a lot of misconceptions about the condition. Providers, especially in the emergency department, will commonly misdiagnose gastroparesis as cannabis-hyperemesis syndome, cyclic vomiting syndrome, gastritis, food poisoning, etc.

There are several commonly known causes of gastroparesis like vagus nerve damage from diabetes, injury to the stomach, and stomach surgery like hernia repair or bariatric surgery. There are also idiopathic cases with no known cause. Other causes of gastroparesis are:

Connective tissue disorders like HSD and EDS (commonly hEDS and cEDS)

Post-viral (like COVID, viral gastritis, mononucleosis/Epstein-Barr)

Restrictive eating disorders

Autoimmune diseases like Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma), Lupus, Hashimoto's

Central nervous system disorders

Gastroparesis also has common comorbidities with conditions like:

POTS and other forms of dysautonomia (POTS, EDS, and gastroparesis are a common triad of diagnoses)

MCAS

SMAS (which can also present with similar symptoms to GP)

Intestinal dysmotility and esophageal dysmotility disorders (known as global dysmotility)

PCOS with insulin resistance

Endometriosis

SIBO/SIFO

Chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction

Migraines

Certain medications like Ozempic and other drugs in that class act on the digestive system to delay gastric emptying, which has caused people to be diagnosed with gastroparesis. Some people report that their cases have not gone away since stopping the medication, others report feeling better after stopping. Other drugs like opiates and narcotics can cause delayed gastric and intestinal motility as well, but these are commonly known side effects of those painkiller classes.

Gastroparesis is classed based on severity and graded based on how you respond to treatment.

Severity of delay ranges from mild to very severe, and this is based on your actual stomach retention calculated at 4 hours into a gastric emptying study.

The grading scale ranges from one to three, one being mild and three being gastric failure.

There is no consistent single treatment that is proven to work for gastroparesis, and there is no cure. Treatments can consist of:

Diet changes (3 Step Gastroparesis Diet, liquid diet, oral sole source nutrition)

Prokinetic (motility stimulating) drugs

Anti-nausea medications

Proton-pump inhibitors

Gastric stimulator/gastric pacemaker

Pyloric botox and dilation

G-POEM/pyloroplasty

Post-pyloric tube feeding

Gastric venting/draining

Parenteral nutrition

IV fluids

Other surgical interventions like gastrectomy or rarely, transplant

Gastroparesis is a terrible disease and I hope that if any of these symptoms resonate with you that you can get checked out. I was misdiagnosed for a long time before getting a proper gastroparesis diagnosis, and all it took was a gastric emptying study. This is ESPECIALLY true if you're having post-COVID gastrointestinal problems that are not improving. I almost died from starvation ketoacidosis because of how serious my GP got in a short period of time post-COVID (I had GP before COVID), and now I'm tube reliant for all my nutrition and hydration.

Stay safe friends!

[normal-with-adhd-is-a-joke]

no one ever told me why I was supposed to take my strong NSAIDs with food, so I'm telling you all now:

It's because they can cause gastritis, an irritation of the stomach lining.

Gastritis can cause stomach pain, nausea/vomiting, chest pain, loss of appetite, etc. I used to take them all the time on an empty stomach because I thought it wasn't doing anything, but oh boy was it doing something. Mainly, it was causing me nausea and stomach pain, which I attributed to my chronic illness. I ended up getting a colonoscopy and endoscopy because I was in pain and not getting better and the doctors noted that my stomach lining was visibly inflamed. This is normally seen in heavy smokers and drinkers or in a viral stomach infection, but since I don't smoke or drink and tested negative for a viral issue, it was almost definitely my incorrect use of NSAIDs. Gastritis can take a while to heal so learn from my experience and start taking your NSAIDs with food now, rather than after you've already developed it. It doesn't have to be much food, I've even seen sources say that a glass of milk is enough, just a little snack when you take your meds so your stomach isn't completely empty.

[londonfoginacup]

Just want to say, once again, the BIGGEST fucking thank you to the people who were kind enough to donate to my cat’s emergency vet visit this last weekend. You guys are beyond BEYOND kind and you don’t even know the weight it took off of my soul to know that I still had the money to take him in for… the third visit… on Tuesday…

ANYWAY. Artistic recreation of my baby “hiding” from the vet

His current diagnosis (drumroll please) iiiiiis… IBS. My fucking cat has IBS. Which I really should’ve expected because his sister has gastritis.

SO ANYWAY. Fitz now has FOUR medicines he’s getting twice a day for the next month (anti nausea, probiotic, antibiotic, steroid), and then a life of steroids but that’s FINE. Because he is DOING WELL (cross your FUCKING FINGERS) and HAPPY AND YELLING AT ME TO GET FED AGAIN AND THAT’S ALL I CARE ABOUT.

Picture of his confident strut around the vet’s office before the vet actually came in:

So. Fucking thank you THANK YOU. I cannot thank you guys enough. And for everyone who just wished him well. Seriously I don’t deserve yall.

So here’s a Louis for u, as my very small gift of appreciation:

[stomach-kink-enjoyer]

Another imagine with my character.

He's a pale, tall and thin student with hollow, sunken stomach, sharp cheekbones and big sad blue eyes — every trait that Tim Burton would love to see in his character. Even his name suitable for some melancholy gothic novel: Victor. A sweet-natured, shy young man with blond hair and a small amount of acne on his face, always dressed in elegant black clothes and diligently studying philosophy at a liberal arts university, he is good at everything — except, perhaps, providing for his own needs. Victor often forgets to eat while studying hard, and if he does, he resorts to food that is completely unsuitable for a person with high acidity in the stomach and gastritis... It is hardly necessary to say that his stomach often rumbles in lectures.

Sometimes these sounds are prolonged and most of all resemble a long moan from the depths of his body. Victor blushes — being a pale blond, it's easy for him to blush —and tries to squeeze into a chair so that no one notices him. His stomach, however, continues to moan under his ribs, painfully contracting. He feels nausea from hunger begin to boil in his stomach, as acid rises through his esophagus — and if it is stuffy enough in the audience, he may even vomit a small amount of bile. For such excesses, Victor carries a vomit bag with him — but the feeling of overwhelming shame does not leave him even after he eats after the lecture.

Other times, when he eats, but eats what he cannot, he first begins to have an intense rumbling in his stomach, trying to digest a large amount of heavy food, and then the sounds move to the lower part of his gastrointestinal tract, and then it looks more like a gurgling... Victor swears under his breath, curses his irresponsibility and swallows a belch, nervously massaging his slightly swollen and disgustingly resting against the belt stomach. After such meals, he usually does not want to eat for several more days because of the negative experience.

Ah, this boy definitely needs someone to guide him in matters of nutrition.

[sensualnoiree]

astro health notes pt.2

Cancer: Nurturing Instincts and Emotional Health

Ruling Anatomy: Cancer governs the breasts, diaphragm, womb, lymphatic system, vagina, stomach, and right eye. It embodies nurturing, motherhood, and the Moon principle, associated with substance change but lacking vitality.

Health Connections: Possibility that Cancerians might encounter weight gain in later years due to their fondness for food. Emotional stress, anxiety, and tension often cause digestive problems such as ulcers, gastritis, and digestive upsets. They might struggle with gall bladder issues, nausea, and gas pains, while also being susceptible to overindulgence in alcohol.

Characteristics: Cancer individuals exhibit a nurturing nature akin to motherhood. Their susceptibility to digestive issues and emotional stress underscores the impact of their emotional state on physical health.

Challenges: Afflicted Cancerians may suffer from dropsy, indigestion, and sclerosis. Symptoms such as dizziness, syncope, and watery or congested nose and sinuses can manifest, reflecting the sign's vulnerabilities.

Leo: Vital Energy and Robust Constitution

Ruling Anatomy: Leo rules over the heart, circulation, blood pressure, spine, back, and left eye. It symbolizes vital energy, creativity, and power associated with the Sun principle.

Health Connections: Leos boast robust constitutions, often excelling in physical activities like dancing and sports. However, overexertion might cause strain, especially in their upper back. They might experience heart-related issues, like pains and pressure, and are advised to slow down in later years to prevent potential heart attacks.

Distinctive Traits: Leo ascendants are identifiable by their voluminous hair, regal posture, and tall stature. Their physicality exudes strength and royalty, marked by their golden undertone and bright, bold presence.

Challenges: Leo individuals can suffer from tension in neck and shoulders, headaches, nosebleeds, and visual disturbances due to aggravated heat and choler. Conditions such as apoplexy, convulsions, and syncope can arise from severe heat imbalances.

Virgo: Selective Process and Health Concerns

Ruling Anatomy: Virgo governs the digestive system, pancreas, small intestines, eyes, and ears. It symbolizes selection, utilization, and nervous temperament.

Health Connections: Virgos tend to worry themselves sick, turning emotional troubles into physical ailments, especially intestinal issues like indigestion, colitis, ulcers, and bowel problems. Their fussy digestive systems and hypochondriac tendencies often lead to digestive discomfort and nervous system complications.

Characteristics: Virgo ascendants possess delicate features with clear, bright eyes and a tendency for a "resting b*tch face." They often have lean muscles and are sensitive to energies around them.

Challenges: Melancholic disorders like neurasthenia and cerebrovascular issues may afflict Virgo individuals. Their sensitive digestive systems and nervous temperament can cause chronic stress, insomnia, tremors, and digestive disorders.

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[maisietheyellowlab]

Maisie's recovery update:

Regarding the bladder surgery, she's recovering really well. Stitches healed nicely. We still have to do an ultrasound somewhat soon to see how things are healing on the inside, and that's mostly it.

HOWEVER, there of course had to be other complications. She first got a somewhat bad ear infection that is now under control, and then when the ears seemed to be doing better, she started throwing up.

She was throwing up every 30 min - 2 hours Friday night - Sunday morning, so we went to the emergency vet on Sunday asap.

She got an IV, antibiotic, glucose, and anti nausea meds, so she stopped throwing up, but she was still very obviously sick and nauseous. Refused food (and still mostly is) and barely moved. I have never seen her in such a horrible state tbh, it was and kinda still is pretty scary. She's feeling a tiny bit better today, licked some PB, and had a tiny piece of salami, so she's starting to get her appetite back. Fortunately she has't been refusing water for long, so at the very least she'll take some sips out of my hands.

Going to the vet today again for a check up. Hopefully, she keeps improving and that will be the end of it.

Oh, the general diagnosis is gastritis and it most likely happened bc her urinary vet diet food was irritating her stomach a little bit (she's been eating grass more often ever since she was put on this food, but it's the best one so far for her) + she gulped down a dog ice cream in basically one bite on Thursday, so that was probably the last straw for her.

Moral of the story, do Not let your dogs eat ice cream quickly, I guess.

Well, the vet said it could also be a stomach flu-like virus, but the ice cream sure didn't help.

Soo yeah, the past week has been a Ride.

[daily-mairuma]

Day 156

Hi guys! Guess I'm back!

I'm really sorry for disappearing for so long, a lot happened and I'm still recovering. (I was diagnosed with lactose intolerance, probably 'nervous' gastritis, and I'm still having nausea and eating problems). Anyways, I am recovering and better than before.

I still need to caught up with the manga, but I'll try to post daily, like before.

(i also got obsessed with Heaven Official's Blessing... just saying... it's really good...)

[consult-sherlockholmes]

do you have any odd symptoms of covid?

Some could probably be considered odd.

My voice turned very deep and rough due to the coughing and mucus in my throat, and I sounded like the dragon from The Hobbit for a few days. Although @consultjohnwatson found that quite amusing and kept making voice recordings while I was spitting and threatening like a fire breathing reptile. My temperature for sure made me feel as if I could breathe fire.

On a less amusing note, I now got stomach issues and nausea, probably a gastritis, due to the medication and the stress of the disease and fast.

My nose was completely blocked and congested for a few days, and no matter how long I blew my nose it just wouldn't stop, with results of various shades of colours including bright neon yellow to orange (probably a popped blood vessel). I was very light sensitive as well and no don't mention the vampire thing again.

Also suffered from headaches and melalgia, which still sometimes occur now as well as exhaustion. I still don't operate at optimal capacity yet, but it's much better.

[watercolor-wings]

Holy. Actual. Shit.

I just had a colonoscopy/upper endoscopy (the prep SUCKS btw for my fellow gastro girlies out there) and good lord y'all they actually found stuff.

Like, the last 8 years aren't just my anxiety in my head and needing to "expand my diet" and "introduce diversity". No. There's a reason I have the symptoms I do and there's a reason my methods for managing it work!!!

They found gastritis and internal hemorrhoids. I'm pretty convinced the gastritis is what I've had since I was 14 when my issues started and been attributing to acid reflux and IBS ever since. It is a generic name for any cause of stomach inflammation according to the googles but that's still like, hey!!! They confirmed it!! There's actual inflammation of my stomach lining!! And during a time where I'm like "yeah I mean my problems are pretty managed at this point and thanks to the prep, my entire digestive system is entirely clear and actually my stomach feels great even though I kinda want to pass out from hunger" and it's still inflamed!!!

And then the internal hemorrhoids I'm certain have come on over the years. The lower gut issues are the bigger ones for me these days, but they also slowly developed over time. Also! Their little pamphlet of information states that baths are helpful for relieving those and it's like ahaha I guess my little soaks to help my constipation be less painful weren't just wanting the comfort of a bath. That was instinct or something 😌

God. It's still not 100% the answer because these are a pretty generic diagnosis but also I know my mono started these issues and yeah the literature is still just getting to understanding how Epstein-Barr affects the digestive and nervous systems, but I've got a follow up with my PCP in March who is amazing to go over like, okay what can we do about this and like. 8 years of lab tests and "well. All your labs are completely fine and healthy. Clearly you've got some kinda IBS cause you report nausea and pain but idk maybe the mono just infected your vegal nerve system and caused gastroparesis that's taking a long time to come back? We can't really test for that though. Keep working on your diet and anxiety ¯⁠\⁠_⁠(⁠ツ⁠)⁠_⁠/⁠¯". I am honestly like, 3 hours ago I was laying on the bed and talking to my dad about how I was pretty convinced I'm going to wake up and they're going to be like "oh there was nothing. Your digestive system is completely normal!"

Just the fact that they found anything and that the symptoms align with a lot of my issues and that their basic treatment pamphlet information validates everything I know about what makes my body feel worse and what helps reduce my symptoms. Do I want to have these issues? God not. Am I so fucking over the moon that we finally found something that other people can see??? Holy shit yes.