Dyspepsia can be divided into organic dyspepsia and functional dyspepsia according to the cause.
Organic dyspepsia refers to indigestion caused by hepatobiliary diseases, tumors, diabetes and other diseases, resulting in abnormalities in human anatomy and biochemistry.
More commonly in the clinic, functional dyspepsia is to exclude organic diseases, and no abnormalities are found under gastroscopy and other examinations, but symptoms of dyspepsia occur.
For example, after a meal fullness, belching, acid burning, decreased food intake, intermittent pain in the upper abdomen, etc., sometimes after eating spicy and stimulating food, there may also be an increase in the number of stools and loose stools.
At present, it is believed that functional dyspepsia is closely related to dietary stimulation, high organ sensitivity, Helicobacter pylori infection, and psychosocial factors, and because there is no specific drug, taking drugs can only alleviate symptoms, so it is more necessary to strengthen daily attention.
Note one: Helicobacter pylori detection
The data shows that more than 50% of people worldwide have Helicobacter pylori infection, but contrary to this, many people do not know that they have an infection, and this infection can spread among people, so regular check-up and treatment is especially necessary.
The most common method of checking for Helicobacter pylori infection is the carbon-13 urea breath test. This test requires an empty stomach, so it is usually done in the morning.
The test involves blowing air into one kit, then swallowing a capsule (carbon-13 urea reagent) in a small sip of water, sitting still for 30 minutes before blowing into another kit.
After about 10 minutes of waiting, you can get the results of the examination. If the test result is positive, prompt treatment and re-examination is required.
In addition, if the postprandial fullness is further aggravated, accompanied by wasting, anemia, difficulty swallowing, etc., it is recommended to do gastroscopy in time to see if it changes from functional indigestion to organic indigestion.
Note 2: Daily diet
Patients with functional dyspepsia should pay attention to avoid spicy, cold, coffee, strong tea and other irritating foods, especially pay attention to not mixing hot and cold.
At the same time, the intake of sweet, greasy, and carbonated beverages should also be avoided to avoid aggravating the symptoms of acid reflux.
It is recommended to eat three meals a day regularly, and it is advisable to eat seven points for one meal, and do not eat support. Due to the existence of a certain process of stomach digestion and absorption of food, there is also a certain rest time between meals, and it is not recommended to eat less and eat more meals, which will increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract.
You can also take some probiotics in moderation, or drink some yogurt to help relieve symptoms.
Note three: Exercise moderately
For patients with functional dyspepsia, it is okay to choose most of the exercise methods such as jogging, walking, going to the gym, or doing some baduanjin and tai chi indoors.
The key is to exercise in moderation and exercise within the range you can bear. At the same time, exercise should also be persistent, such as running 2-3 times a week.
Note 4: Abdominal massage
Abdominal massage is very helpful for patients with functional dyspepsia, it can act directly on the abdomen, help relieve stomach problems such as bloating, belching, etc., it is recommended to massage 1-2 times a day.
Abdominal massage should be carried out clockwise with the navel as the center of the circle, massage should have a certain strength, and it is advisable to lie flat during massage, so that the abdomen can be fully relaxed and the effect is better.
Especially for some patients with constipation, clockwise massage of the abdomen in the direction of the intestine can also promote defecation.
References: Medical Microvision Official Website - Huang Yanping, Chief Nurse, "Integrative Care of Functional Dyspepsia"