Complaints defined as pain, swelling, burning, nausea or a feeling of fullness felt in the upper abdomen and around the navel may be a reflection of stomach inflammation (gastritis) or stomach ulcer. Ulcer pain is more unbearable, suffocating and gnawing and does not sleep at night. These complaints can disrupt the comfort of life.
The two most common causes of ulcer or inflammation in the stomach are the use of painkillers and Helicobacter pylori infection. Helicobacter pylori infection, known as stomach microbe, is positive over 80% even in normal individuals in our society. Individuals with endoscopic examination of ulcers, cancer, lymphoma or a first-degree relative with gastric cancer should be given combination therapy for the microbe. Microbe analysis should not be pursued after the given treatment. If your gastroenterologist deems it necessary, he or she will perform a microbe test (in breath or stool). Do not worry about stomach cancer. Cancer requires a much more complex mechanism. Therefore, you can consult your gastroenterology specialist about the question marks in your mind.
In addition to medications, lifestyle adjustments are also important in relieving existing complaints. Dietary pattern often needs to be individualized. There is no concept of absolute forbidden food in these diseases. However, the amount of food taken should be reduced. It should be eaten roughly, often, little by little. Eating too much at once after a long starvation will increase the complaints. Food should be eaten slowly, not too fast, and chewed well. Very hot or very cold consumption should be avoided. In addition, it is important to keep an individual diet diary in reducing complaints. Raising awareness about which food bothers the person more will speed up recovery. Foods that increase stomach acid should be reduced. Broth added to meals stimulates gastric acid secretion. No food or water should be taken within 2-3 hours before going to bed at night.
Painkillers should not be used, smoking and alcohol should be avoided. Drinking soda water is not good for stomach or gas complaints.
Milk, which is known to have both a nutritional source and a relaxing role in stomach diseases, especially ulcers, can cause bloating, gas, cramps and diarrhea in some people. Milk intake in these complaints on the basis of lactose intolerance should be restricted. Refined products and prepared foods can have similar effects. Spinach, peas, beans, lentils, chickpeas, zucchini, bananas, olives, sausage, salami, sausage, bacon, tomato paste, chips, ketchup, pickles, lemon salt, raw onion, garlic, jam, butter cracker biscuits, melted cheese, cream Cheese, sesame, chocolate, dark coffee, dark tea, cola, alcoholic beverages, fried or roasted meat, instant soups may increase stomach complaints. Despite all these restrictions, a mindful attitude and measured, small amounts are usually not a problem.
Patients with persistent stomach pain, weight loss, bloody vomit or black stools (melena) despite the aforementioned methods should immediately consult a gastroenterologist. There is no need to shy away from endoscopic procedures for diagnostic purposes. The procedure is not felt, it is done by anesthetizing. It lasts for a short time and has no side effects.
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