Zollinger Ellison syndrome is caused by tumors producing hormone gastrin called as gastrinomas. Do not just assume as acidity, get it checked. Read this till the end to know more. How to manage it? What are the precautions to be taken? What are the signs and symptoms? What is the cause of this disease? How to treat it? How can homeopathy help you? All of this answered, in this post and of course our doctors always there to help you. Just fill in your details in the form down below and we will answer all your questions for FREE!
What is Zollinger Ellison Syndrome?
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is a condition in which there is increased production of the hormone gastrin.
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is caused by tumors producing hormone gastrin called as gastrinomas, usually found in the head of the pancreas and the upper small intestine. High level of gastrin causes increased acid production in the stomach causing inflammation and ulcers in the stomach and food pipe.
Who is more prone to get Zollinger Ellison Syndrome?
Age group between 30 to 50 years and all the races are equally affected.
What are the causes of Zollinger Ellison’s Syndrome?
• Tumors, which can be found in the head of the pancreas and the upper small intestine produce the hormone gastrin and are called gastrinomas.
• Secretion of excess gastrin causes the production of too much stomach acid.
• Single tumors or as small, multiple tumors also called as Gastrinomas which are cancerous (malignant) tumors spread to the liver and nearby lymph nodes.
What are Symptoms and signs for Zollinger Ellison’s Syndrome?
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Heartburn
• Vomiting,
• Gastrointestinal bleeding,
• Weight loss,
• Weakness
• Nausea
What investigations are advised in Zollinger Ellison Syndrome?
• Abdominal CT scan
• Endoscopic ultrasound
• Secretin stimulation test
• Fasting serum gastrin
What are the complications for Zollinger Ellison’s Syndrome?
• Failure to locate the tumor during surgery
• Intestinal bleeding or perforation from ulcers in the stomach
• Severe diarrhea, dehydration, and weight loss
• When localized tumor starts spreading to other organs. (most often liver and lymph nodes)
What treatment is suggestive for Zollinger Ellison Syndrome?
• Intravenous proton pump inhibitors.
• Resection of the tumor.
• In cases where there is metastatic disease, chemotherapy, interferon, and octreotide may be helpful.
•In cases of hepatic metastasis surgical intervention by liver transplant has also has been reported. In cases where single confined liver metastatic lesion exists, surgical resection may be attempted.
What is the prognosis for Zollinger Ellison Syndrome?
Prognosis is very good in cases without any metastatic disease.
What are the commonly indicated medicines for Zollinger Ellison’s Syndrome?
• Nux vomica
• Nitric acid
• Hydrastis canadensis
• Phosphoricum acidum
What is the Diet and Management of Zollinger Ellison Syndrome?
• Avoiding smoking and alcohol
• Drinking plenty of fluids
• Having small and frequent meals
• Avoiding caffeine
For more information, you can visit MayoClinic and NIH.
