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Suggest Treatment For Indigestion Issues
I've been having indigestion issues for years since being dignosised with crohn's disease, but for the last 6 months my symptoms are more pronounced could the continued indigestion, gas, extended belly with constant cramps mean gallbladder or liver disease. how to know if something else is going on. what i will say as soon as i eat it comes out soon or i experience grumblings and gas glore i have no control of what is going on please help.
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Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hello dear
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I have evaluated your query in details .
* There can be different issues behind this as - digestive enzyme problems
- intestine flora mechanics alterations - motility related issues - others .
* Primary guidelines for better outcome in indigestion
Dietary measures to be considered are :
Drink plenty of liquids .
Consume high fiber diet with more of green leafy vegetables , whole grains , cereals , legumes , pulses , organic fresh fruits .
Avoid excess oil , ghee , butter , dairy products , non veg stuffs till possible .
Life style modifications to be considered :
Regular walking , exercises , YOGA are must .
Avoid prolong fasting , over eating .
Manage timings of breakfast , lunch , dinners till possible .
Chew your food very thoroughly .
Avoid stress , anxiety .
If consuming alcohol , tobacco in any form has to be stopped .
Manage to have regular sound sleep of 7 - 8 hours .
Keep your blood sugar , cholesterol , weight under control .
Medicinal support can be obtained with :
Bulk forming laxative as Isphaghula husk in glass of lukewarm water as per advise of your doctor .
Evaluation in form of necessary ultrasound , colonoscopy may be demand of time according to the response to treatment and clinician concern .
Hope this will help you for sure .
Wishing you fine recovery .
Welcome for any further guidance .
Regards .
Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query in details .
* There can be different issues behind this as - digestive enzyme problems
- intestine flora mechanics alterations - motility related issues - others .
* Primary guidelines for better outcome in indigestion
Dietary measures to be considered are :
Drink plenty of liquids .
Consume high fiber diet with more of green leafy vegetables , whole grains , cereals , legumes , pulses , organic fresh fruits .
Avoid excess oil , ghee , butter , dairy products , non veg stuffs till possible .
Life style modifications to be considered :
Regular walking , exercises , YOGA are must .
Avoid prolong fasting , over eating .
Manage timings of breakfast , lunch , dinners till possible .
Chew your food very thoroughly .
Avoid stress , anxiety .
If consuming alcohol , tobacco in any form has to be stopped .
Manage to have regular sound sleep of 7 - 8 hours .
Keep your blood sugar , cholesterol , weight under control .
Medicinal support can be obtained with :
Bulk forming laxative as Isphaghula husk in glass of lukewarm water as per advise of your doctor .
Evaluation in form of necessary ultrasound , colonoscopy may be demand of time according to the response to treatment and clinician concern .
Hope this will help you for sure .
Wishing you fine recovery .
Welcome for any further guidance .
Regards .
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