Hearing the diagnosis of reflux-esophagitis 1 degree, many patients do not understand what it is. This pathological condition is not an isolated disease, but one of the main components of the development of gastric and duodenal ulcers. This is just a lesion of the esophagus, which is caused by throwing the contents of the stomach in the opposite direction. To cure it in the initial stages is quite easy.
The causes of the appearance of reflux esophagitis
The development of reflux-esophagitis is associated with the fact that the work of the lower sphincter of the esophagus is disrupted. It is he who protects the esophagus from getting acidic gastric juice. The cause of the failure of the lower sphincter is the mechanical pressure on it through the diaphragm from the peritoneum. This is most often the case when:
- flatulence (swelling of the intestine);
- overeating;
- obesity;
- hernia of the esophagus of the diaphragm.
Also, the lower sphincter does not cope with its function, if the patient in large quantities takes antispasmodics (Spasmalgon, Papaverin, Platyphylline, etc.).
Symptoms of reflux-esophagitis 1 degree
The first symptoms of reflux esophagitis are pain sensations in the epigastric region and heartburn . Also, the patient may experience a "coma" when swallowing. Most often, patients associate these signs of a pathological condition with heavy or prolonged physical work in a forward tilt position or with a heavy meal.
With chronic reflux-esophagitis 1 degree sometimes occurs:
- nausea;
- hiccough;
- salivation.
If the symptoms do not appear more often than once a month, then all functional disorders are restored independently. With frequent complaints it is necessary to undergo an urgent examination, as the disease will progress.
Diagnosis of reflux-esophagitis 1 degree
To diagnose inflammation and understand how quickly reflux esophagitis 1 degree progresses, esophagogastroscopy should be done. This is a method of research, which is based on the introduction into the stomach of a very thin tube with an optical device. With its help, you can see absolutely all the departments of the esophagus. In the first stage of esophagitis, the mucosa always has a bright red color, scratches and cracks.
Treatment of reflux esophagitis 1 degree
Having noticed the first symptoms and having carried out the diagnosis of reflux-esophagitis 1 degree, it is necessary immediately to begin treatment. In most cases, to eliminate this pathology at the initial stage of development, no medications are required. It is enough to observe several rules:
- Do not drink alcohol and carbonated drinks.
- Do not overeat.
- Do not eat at night.
- Do not bend forward immediately after eating.
- Do not wear tight belts.
- Do not smoke.
- Do not take antispasmodics and sedatives.
With distal reflux-esophagitis 1 degree, the folk remedies also have a good effect, for example, dandelion flowers syrup.
Recipe for syrup
Ingredients:
- fresh flowers of dandelion - 150 g;
- granulated sugar - 150 g.
Preparation and use
In a glass jar, add dandelion flowers and sugar in layers. Slightly crush them from above and press until juice is formed. Take this syrup three times a day, diluting one teaspoon in 100 ml of water.
Erosive reflux esophagitis 1 degree can be cured with tea from herbs.
The recipe for tea
Ingredients:
- calendula flowers - 5 g;
- Melissa leaves - 5 g;
- Leaf of plantain - 5 g;
- oregano - 5 g;
- water - 200 ml.
Preparation and use
Mix the herbs with boiling water. After 5 minutes strain tea.Take this tea you need 75 ml three times a day.
If these methods of treatment do not work, the patient is prescribed antisecretory drugs that reduce the acidity of the gastric contents (omeprazole) and improve the motility of the gastrointestinal tract (Metoclopramide).