How to exercise and take care of reflux esophagitis.

Written by Wu Hai Wu
Gastroenterology
Updated on September 28, 2024
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If you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), you should eat small, frequent meals, consume more low-fat foods, quit smoking and drinking, not eat too much for dinner, and avoid lying down immediately after eating. It is important to adhere to medication and have regular check-ups.

If you experience a burning sensation behind the breastbone, and symptoms such as black stools, persistent pain that cannot be relieved, etc., you should seek medical attention promptly. Specific examination methods and medication should be carried out according to the doctor's instructions. Additionally, you should consume easily digestible foods and avoid spicy and irritating foods.

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Reflux esophagitis is caused by what?

There are many causes of reflux esophagitis. The main issue is due to the acidic digestive fluids from the stomach entering the esophagus. The primary cause of this is problems with the pressure of the lower esophageal sphincter, commonly referred to by doctors as the LES. Additionally, increased abdominal pressure or some gastrointestinal issues can also lead to reflux esophagitis.

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Can grade C reflux esophagitis be cured?

Patients with Grade C reflux esophagitis can be cured; there is no need for excessive anxiety. Grade C indicates that the lesions of the esophageal mucosa are confluent but involve less than 75% of the esophageal circumference. Treatment for patients with Grade C reflux esophagitis requires regular medication, and the course of treatment may be relatively long. Consider using proton pump inhibitors to suppress gastric acid secretion and aluminum magnesium carbonate to protect the esophageal and gastric mucosa. Medications that enhance esophageal and gastric motility, such as mosapride, can also be considered. The choice, dosage, and administration of specific drugs should be under the guidance of a doctor. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease

The symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux esophagitis are quite typical and include a range of symptoms. The most typical symptom is heartburn, primarily referring to a burning discomfort or pain felt behind the sternum or beneath the xiphoid process, usually occurring about an hour after eating, often accompanied by nausea. Another common symptom is acid regurgitation, which tends to occur more frequently on an empty stomach. Additional symptoms include chest pain, mainly due to the irritation of the esophageal mucosa by refluxed digestive juices, causing esophageal spasm and resultant pain. Difficulty swallowing is also a common symptom, initially mainly due to stress-induced spasms leading to swallowing difficulties. In later stages, it is often due to the proliferation of fibrous tissue forming scars that cause esophageal narrowing, resulting in swallowing difficulties. Other common symptoms include bloating, pharyngitis, cough, asthma, and more.

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Is Grade C reflux esophagitis serious?

Reflux esophagitis is classified into grades A, B, C, and D according to the severity of the condition, primarily based on the extent of damage to the esophageal mucosa. Grade C reflux esophagitis, in particular, is considered when up to 75% of the circumferential esophageal mucosa is damaged, which is relatively severe. Further progression can lead to ulcers or even severe damage to the entire esophageal mucosa. Therefore, Grade C reflux esophagitis is considered to be quite serious.

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What is the cause of ear pain in reflux esophagitis?

Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease generally do not experience ear pain. If a patient does have ear pain, it is advised to visit an ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor at a hospital to determine the cause. The main symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease include reflux and a burning sensation in the stomach. These symptoms are the most common and typical, often occurring about an hour after a meal, and some patients may experience reflux during night sleep as well. Additional symptoms can include heartburn, nausea, chronic cough, asthma, etc. However, generally speaking, it does not cause ear pain.