Reflux is the movement of stomach contents upwards towards the esophagus. The frequency of reflux disease is increasing around the world. It seems to be closely related to obesity.
Burning and bitter water coming to the mouth are the main symptoms of reflux disease. However, burning complaints are also seen in esophageal movement defects such as allergic esophagitis and achalasia. Burning is described as pain or discomfort behind the ribcage. If complaints such as burning sensation and bitter water coming to the mouth are present 2 or more times a week, it is in favor of reflux disease.
Reflux disease may appear as a feeling of discomfort behind the rib cage from the stomach upwards. In reflux disease, there may be a burning sensation in the throat and a bitter taste in the mouth. Symptoms are more common after meals. Reflux patients may also experience complaints such as chest pain, stomach ache, heartburn, nausea, difficulty swallowing, cough, sore throat, wheezing and hoarseness. Partial well-being may occur with antacids.
It should also not be forgotten that burning complaints and reflux disease left untreated for many years can increase the risk of esophageal cancer.
Reflux. Useful suggestions for the disease;
1-Losing weight if obesity is present
2-Wearing comfortable clothes
3-Raising the head of the bed
4- Not consuming food for 2-3 hours before bed
5- Staying away from foods that trigger reflux
6- Quitting smoking
7- Medicines recommended by your gastroenterologist should be used.
What may occur when reflux disease is not treated?
1-Serious chest pains
2-Stenosis and adhesions in the esophagus
3-Bleeding
4-It may cause esophageal disease called Barrett's esophagus, which poses an increased risk of cancer, but can be diagnosed with biopsy methods taken by endoscopy.
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