Sunday, June 20, 2010

Gastritis And Antacids


Antacids (antacid, antiacid) is a class of drugs used in therapy against the impact of acid produced by the stomach such as ulcers. Gastritis occurred in gastric organs. This organ is located on the left chest cavity with a downward-sloping position, protrudes to the right near the solar plexus. Sometimes, people with this illness will be appointed or hold the left side of the abdomen or solar plexus, just below the breastbone.
Gastritis and Peptic Ulcer Disease
Stomach naturally produces an acid called hydrochloric acid which functions to assist in the digestion of proteins. This acid is naturally lead to conditions of the stomach contents become acidic, ie between the PH range 2-3. Stomach, colon and esophagus itself (which also consists of proteins) are protected from acid work through several mechanisms.
If the levels of gastric acid produced by too many of the mechanisms of this protection is not too strong / not strong enough in protecting the stomach, intestines and esophagus to stomach acid work resulted in damage to these organs and produces symptoms of varying symptoms such as stomach pain, burning, and variety of other gastrointestinal complaints.
antacid gastritis Peptic Ulcer
Gastritis can indeed be resolved with antacids. Generally antacids is a weak base. Itself is a function of antacids to neutralize excess stomach acid, which is a cause of gastritis. Besides antacids are also works by inhibiting the enzyme activity of pepsin is active work in acidic conditions, this enzyme is known to also play a role in causing the damage to the organs of the human digestive tract.
Increased secretion of gastric acid can lead to drastic cuts in the stomach wall. Antacids containing the active substance or substances usually consist of active containingaluminum hydroxide (Al (OH) 2), madnesium hydroxide (Mg (OH) 2), and calcium that can bind other metal compounds contained in certain foods or drugs. Sometimes combined with simethicone antacid that can reduce the excess gas.
Eliminate those foods which cause the stomach upset, tomatoes contain acid and therefore may be a contributor to the Chronic Gastritis. Generally, treatment for gastritis involves antacids and other medications aimed at reducing stomach acid, relieving symptoms and promoting the healing of the stomach lining, as acid irritates the inflamed tissue. If the gastritis is related to an illness or infection, that problem will be treated as well. For more help, drink plenty of water during the day. Water assists in flushing the body system and is actually good for your body.
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