What is GERD or Gastro-Esophageal-Reflux Disease? What is Peptic Esophagitis / Heartburn / Dyspepsia? 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 GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) is?

• The GERD is defined as when the lower sphincter fails to contract and content of stomach move backward into the esophagus is called gastroesophageal reflux disease.

• It is known as PEPTIC ESOPHAGITIS or DYSPEPSIA or HEARTBURN.

• The reflux is acidic that results in irritation of esophagus and heartburn.

GERD commonly found in?

• GERD occurs in all age groups.

• Its incidence increases after 40 years of age.

• It is equally common in males and females.

What causes GERD?

• Hiatus hernia

• Obesity

• Pregnancy

• Alcohol

• Smoking

• Delayed emptying of the stomach

• Eating habits: having large meals or eating soon before sleeping

• Diabetes

• Scleroderma

•Certain drugs like antihistamines, calcium channel blockers etc

What does it feel like if you have GERD?

• Heartburn: In this there is burning sensation in the chest, sometimes spreading to the throat, along with a sour taste in your mouth.

• Chest pain: Pain is often worse after meals and may last for a couple of hours.

• Dysphagia (Difficulty swallowing)

• Dry cough, hoarseness of voice

• Occasionally, nausea

• Acid Reflux

• Regurgitation of food.

• Common symptoms in children include vomiting and respiratory problems

How to investigate GERD?

Diagnosis of GERD is done symptomatically mostly. However, the following tests may be done to confirm the diagnosis.

• Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy

• Esophageal Acid Testing

• Esophageal Motility Testing

• Biopsy of the esophagus

How do you get rid of GERD?

• Medications include Antacids, Histamine antagonists, Proton pump inhibitors (PPI), Pro-motility Drugs and Foam Barriers.

• Surgery is done if medications fail to relieve symptoms.

What are the complications of GERD?

• Esophagitis

• Barrett’s esophagus

• Strictures

• Esophageal cancer

Can homeopathic medicines help in the case of GERD?

Yes, homeopathic medicines can help in the case of GERD symptomatically. Some of the homeopathic medicines which can help in this case. These are:

• Carbo – Veg

• Lycopodium

• Nat – Carb

• Arsenicum

For more information, you can visit WebMD and MedlinePlus.