Gastritis
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Gastritis is irritation of the lining of the stomach wall caused by bacterial infection, backflow of bile into the stomach, certain medications, stress, vomiting or drinking too much alcohol. It is easy to treat gastritis, but if left untreated, it could lead to ulcer and increase the risk of stomach cancer.
- Nausea
- Stomach upsets
- Bloating
- Stomach pain
- Burning or uncomfortable feeling in the stomach between meals or at night
- Hiccups
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting blood or coffee ground-like material
- Indigestion
- Black tarry stools
- Taking antacids or drugs such as proton pump inhibitors to reduce acidity in the stomach
- Antibiotics if gastritis is caused by bacteria
- Vitamin supplements if gastritis causes anemia
- Avoiding foods that could irritate the stomach
- Bland non-spicy diet
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease is caused by the weakening of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the muscle that guards the opening between the stomach and the esophagus or food pipe. When LES is weakened the acids in the stomach flow up into the esophagus.
Causes of GERD include a hiatal hernia, obesity, pregnancy, delayed emptying of the stomach, certain diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, smoking, fried fatty foods, chocolate, coffee, alcohol, eating large meals, going to bed soon after a meal and certain medications including aspirin.
GERD could lead to complications such as esophageal ulcer, esophageal stricture, Barrett’s esophagus and even lung problems.
- Heartburn which may set in or worsen when lying down or bending
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Bad breath
- Trouble breathing
- Difficulty swallowing
- Damage to tooth enamel
- Persistent cough
- Laryngitis
- Asthma
- Sleep problems
Medicines including Antacids, H2 blockers, Proton Pump Inhibitors and Prokinetics work in various ways to control acidity. They are prescribed depending on the severity and nature of GERD.
Lifestyle changes including changing food habits, wearing loose clothing, quitting smoking and alcohol, and reducing weight will help reduce symptoms.
If GERD is severe, surgery will be advised.
The surgical procedures available to correct GERD are:
- Fundoplication
- Transoral incisionless fundoplication
- Stretta procedure
- LINX surgery
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Hiatus Hernia
Hiatus hernia or hiatal hernia is caused when the stomach bulges into the chest through the hiatus, the opening in the diaphragm through which the esophagus enters the abdominal cavity and joins the stomach.
There are two types of hiatal hernia.
The sliding hiatal hernia in which the stomach and lower part of the esophagus slide up into the chest.
The paraesophageal hernia, the more serious type, in which a portion of the stomach squeezes through the hiatus. This could become strangulated and may need emergency surgery.
- Heartburn from GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)
- Chest pain
- Bloating
- Burping
- Difficulty swallowing
- Bad taste in the mouth
- Stomach upset
- Vomiting
- Backflow of liquid from stomach
- Shortness of breath
- Severe chest or stomach pain
- Persistent stomach upset
- Vomiting
- Inability to pass stool or gas
- Medications including antacids, proton pump inhibitors, H-2 receptor blockers and prokinetics that work in various ways to control acidity. They are prescribed depending on the severity and nature of GERD.
- Surgery to correct paraesophageal hernia to prevent strangulation
- Surgery to repair bleeding sliding hernias
We offer high precision minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery by expert surgeons.
Very small incisions
Minimal tissue damage
Minimal pain
Easy recovery
Early return to normal life.
Our gastroenterology team has the best hiatal hernia specialist and the best laparoscopic hernia surgeon in Bengaluru. Consult our expert gastroenterologists for accurate diagnosis and best minimally invasive treatment. Visit the best hiatal hernia hospital in Bengaluru for the best outcomes.
Stomach Cancer
Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, is formed by the gradual uncontrolled division of the cells lining the stomach which slowly grow into a tumor. The tumor may grow in the stomach or may grow through the stomach. It is more common in people over 60 years of age.
- Adenocarcinomas
- Lymphomas
- Sarcomas
- Carcinoid
- Small cell carcinoma
- Squamous cell carcinoma
- Metastatic cancers that spread from cancers in other parts of the body
Early symptoms
- Indigestion
- Bloating
- Heartburn
- Slight nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Stomach pain
- Heartburn
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Blood in stool
- Vomiting
- Swallowing difficulty
- Yellowing of eyes and skin
- Swelling in the stomach
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
- Surgery to remove part of the stomach and lymph nodes
- Chemotherapy to destroy cancer cells with drugs
- Radiation therapy to kill cancer cells with radiation
- Laser procedure to destroy cancer cells blocking the digestive tract
- Gastric bypass surgery to create a new path around the tumor
- Targeted therapy to selectively attack and destroy cancer cells
- Placement of stent to allow food to flow through without hindrance
- Palliative care to ease pain and manage symptoms
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