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What is Crohn's disease?

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Crohn's disease, also called regional enteritis or ileitis, is a lifelong form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The condition inflames and irritates the digestive tract - in particular, the small and large intestines. Crohn's disease can cause diarrhea and stomach cramps as the most common manifestations. It is customary to have periodic exacerbations of the disease with periods of lull in which there are no symptoms. &nbsp;<a href="https://medipro.bg/crohn-bolest/" target="_blank" data-ref="Болест на Crohn | Най-добрите лекари в България MediPro.bg" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a>&nbsp;

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Crohn's disease gets its name from the American gastroenterologist Dr. Burrill Crohn (1884-1983). He was one of the first doctors to describe the disease in 1932. Ulcerative colitis is another commonly diagnosed inflammatory bowel disease.

Who-can-develop-Crohn's-disease?

Who can develop Crohn's disease? 

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Crohn's disease usually occurs in younger people often in their late teens, 20s or early 30s. However, this condition can develop at any age. According to knowledge, it is equally common in men and women.&nbsp;

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What are the variations of Crohn's disease? 

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There are six varieties of Crohn's disease, all based on which part of the digestive system they affect. Here is the&nbsp; classification:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Gastroduodenal Crohn's disease. This unusual condition mainly affects the stomach and duodenum, which is the first part of the small intestine.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Yeiunoileit. This type is found in the second part of the intestine, called the jejunum (empty intestine). Like gastroduodenal Crohn's disease, this variation is less frequent.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Ileith. Ileitis involves inflammation in the latter part of the small intestine or ileum.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Ileocolitis. This affects the ileum and colon and is the most common variation of Crohn's disease.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Crohn's Colit. This species affects only the large intestine. Both ulcerative colitis and Crohn's colitis affect only the colon, but Crohn's colitis can affect the deeper layers of the intestinal mucosa.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Perianal disease. This often includes the appearance of fistulas or abnormal connections between tissues, deep tissue infections, as well as wounds and ulcers on the outer skin around the anus.</li></ul>

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What causes Crohn's disease? 

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There is no specific known cause of Crohn's disease. However, some factors may increase the risk of developing the disease, including&nbsp;<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28601423/" target="_blank" data-ref="Crohn Disease: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Management - PubMed" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp;

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Autoimmune disease: Bacteria in the digestive tract can cause your body's immune system to attack your healthy cells. This means triggering an autoimmune process and developing an autoimmune disease that gives rise to systemic inflammation in the body;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Genes: Inflammatory bowel disease often occurs in families. If you have a parent, sibling, or other family member with Crohn's disease, you may be at increased risk of developing the disease. There are several specific mutations (changes) in genes that may predispose people to developing Crohn's disease.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Smoking - Smokers may have a higher risk of Crohn's disease than non-smokers.&nbsp;</li></ul>

What-are-the-symptoms-of-Crohn's-disease?

What are the symptoms of Crohn's disease? 

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People with Crohn's disease may experience periods of severe exacerbations followed by periods of absence or very mild symptoms (remission). Remission can last for weeks or even years. There is no way to predict when exacerbations will occur, except by controlling the intake of certain foods and medications. Of course, stress reduction and smoking are two more methods to avoid potential illnesses and protect against compromise of the immune system, in which Crohn's disease can develop.&nbsp;

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Symptoms of this health problem may include:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pain in the abdomen</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Chronic diarrhea</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Feeling of heaviness in the stomach</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">High temperature</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Loss of appetite</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Attenuation</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Unusual scars on the skin (usually on the buttocks)</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">fissures</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">fistulas</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Rectal bleeding</li></ul>

How-is-Crohn's-disease-managed-or-treated?

How is Crohn's disease managed or treated? 

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Treatment for Crohn's disease varies depending on what causes the symptoms and how severe they are. In any case, the goal of treatment is to induce remission (the time between symptom exacerbations), maintain remission, and manage any complications of Crohn's disease over time. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7648997/" target="_blank" data-ref="Page not available - PMCTwitterFacebookLinkedInGitHubSM-TwitterSM-FacebookSM-Youtube" rel="noopener">[ref. 3]</a>&nbsp;

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To this end, one or more of these treatments for Crohn's disease may be recommended by healthcare professionals:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Antidiarrhea drugs</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Antibiotics&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Biologic drugs - include monoclonal antibodies to suppress the immune response</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Healing fasting&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Corticosteroids&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Immunomodulators and others</li></ul>

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Natural remedies for Crohn's disease

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"For every pain there is an herb," said an unknown author. So do we, as well as many researchers who are looking at the use of phytotherapeutic and other alternative agents in various diseases, including Crohn's disease. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4367210/" target="_blank" data-ref="Page not available - PMCTwitterFacebookLinkedInGitHubSM-TwitterSM-FacebookSM-Youtube" rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a>&nbsp;

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Some people use complementary and alternative medicine to achieve some relief from the symptoms of various conditions and ailments that are otherwise possible with medications, but at the cost of unpleasant side effects.

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Some alternative forms of treatment that can be used for Crohn's disease include:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Probiotics. These are living and beneficial bacteria that help restore balance in the intestinal tract. Probiotics can also help prevent microorganisms from disrupting the gut's natural balance and causing a Crohn's attack. Scientific data on the effectiveness of specific probiotic strains are still limited, with purported benefits of Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Bifidobacterium longum. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7389339/" target="_blank" data-ref="Page not available - PMCTwitterFacebookLinkedInGitHubSM-TwitterSM-FacebookSM-Youtube" rel="noopener">[ref. 5]</a>&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Prebiotics. These are potentially beneficial substances found in plants, such as asparagus, bananas, artichokes, and leeks, which are actually the food of the good bacteria in the gut.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Fish oil. Fish oil is rich in omega-3 fats, which have anti-inflammatory effects. According to a 2017 study, research is ongoing regarding the possible treatment of Crohn's disease using omega-3. 6 Fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel are rich in omega-3s, and another meto provide these beneficial fats is through fish oil supplements. It is important that it has the most pure and unprocessed composition, as well as that it is of certified origin, so that it is not subject to rancidity.&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Acupuncture. This is the practice of precisely inserting needles into the skin to stimulate different points on the body. A 2014 study found that acupuncture combined with moxibustion a type of traditional Chinese medicine that involves burning dried medicinal herbs on or near your skin improved symptoms of Crohn's disease. More research is needed in this direction to confirm the effects.</li></ul>

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Although an unpleasant disease, a person can live with Crohn's disease by adapting their diet and habits to triggers, that is, the factors that cause exacerbation. Achieving remission is possible through a special diet, hydration, medicinal medications, as well as natural remedies. Studies are still ongoing to find more effective treatments and potentially a possible cure for Crohn's disease. But the condition can be successfully managed, and remission is possible.

Crohn's disease: Types, symptoms and treatment options with natural remedies

Crohn's disease: Types, symptoms, and treatment options with natural 

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Author: Rositsa Tashkova, Master of Molecular Biology and Microbiology

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The broadleaf plantain (Plantago major) is best known for its ability to accelerate wound healing. It's also called white man's foot or greater plantain. The plant is widespread in Europe, Asia and America and is often found in gardens and other urban grasslands.

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The plantain is not distinguished by bright colors or large size, but despite its modest appearance, it hides a great healing potential, which extends beyond the treatment of wounds.

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Some of the properties attributed to it by folk medicine have been confirmed by recent research, including:

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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">wound healing,</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">antipyretic action (to lower fever),</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">cough suppression (antitussive),</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">against infections,</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">anti-haemorrhagic and haemostatic action,</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">anti-inflammatory,</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">diuretic,</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">laxative,</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">astringent.</li>
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In this article you will learn more about the traditional use of plantain in Iranian traditional medicine, as well as the modern evidence of its healing properties. The information is taken from the article Plantago major in Traditional Persian Medicine and modern phytotherapy: a narrative review, 2018, Electronic physician [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Plantago_major_in_Traditional_Persian_Medicine_and_modern_phytotherapy_a_narrative_review_29629064" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.1</a>].

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Plantain Use According to Iranian Folk Medicine

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The use of plantain for the treatment of various diseases dates back thousands of years. The earliest known account of the plantain is in "De materia medica", which was written by the Greek pharmaco-botanist Dioscurid in the 1st century (40-90 A.D.). The book is an encyclopedia of herbal treatment and pharmacopoeia from around the world.

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Plantain finds the following applications in Iranian folk medicine:

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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">In neurological diseases such <a href="/p/iepiliepsiiata_koi_liechiebni_rastieniia_sa_izpolzvani_v_drievna_piersiia_d697132f_9082_456b_ac3a_9019ffa4be12" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">epilepsy</a> or ear pain;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">In diseases of the eyes;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Against inflammation in the oral cavity and toothache (gargling and rinsing);</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">In lung diseases such as asthma and tuberculosis;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">With gastrointestinal problems - bleeding, <a href="/p/profilaktika_klasichiesko_i_bilkovo_liechieniie_na_khiemoroidi_9e58f268_e51f_460a_8c66_6158a6575aac" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">hemorrhoids</a>, stomach ache, <a href="/p/7_bilki_koito_obliekchavat_loshoto_khranosmilanie_i_dispiepsiiata_60bc6c30_0949_4ed7_933c_460f9104d318" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">dyspepsia</a>, constipation;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">In <a href="/p/chierniiat_drob_nie_boli_koi_bilki_podobriavat_zdravieto_mu_pri_khiepatit_stieatoza_i_tsiroza_ed55df70_c2be_430d_93f0_29a2aece49ff" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">liver</a> and bile disease;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">In urogenital infections and pain in <a href="/p/kamni_v_bbrietsitie_koi_bilki_priechat_na_obrazuvanieto_im_i_kak_da_sie_khranim" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">the kidneys</a> and bladder;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">For the treatment of various wounds and burns.</li>
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Many of these and other healing properties are also confirmed by modern medicine. You will learn about some of them in the following lines.

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Broadleaf Plantain and The Immune System

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In low concentrations, plantain possesses immunomodulatory activity, increases the number of lymphocytes and the secretion of interferon-γ, but at high concentrations this property can be suppressed.

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Plantain tea can aid the immune system in leukemia and viral infections. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/In_vitro_cytotoxic_antiviral_and_immunomodulatory_effects_of_Plantago_major_and_Plantago_asiatica_12856861" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.2</a>]

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Plantain in Gastrointestinal Problems

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The seeds of plantain secrete mucus substances that have a laxative and protective effect for the mucous membrane of the stomach. Seeds are recommended for inflammatory bowel diseases, e.g. ulcerative colitis.

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On the other hand, leaf extract reduces the mobility of the duodenum and has astringent effect.

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Plantain in Urticaria

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Broadleaf plantain contains substances that suppress the production of prostaglandins, the movement of white blood cells and the release of histamine, and this is relevant for the suppression of urticaria.

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Antibacterial and Antiparasite Effects of Plantain

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Some types of plantain extracts have shown an effect against the Giardia parasite.

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Plantain extract in ethyl alcohol shows antibacterial activity against the bacteria E. coli and Bacillus cereus, and acetone extract is also effective against Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Klebsiella pneumonia, Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Plantain extract also has good effectiveness against <a href="../../eng/p/home_remedies_for_vaginal_candidiasis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Candida albicans yeast</a>.

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Plantain Helps Wound Healing

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Broadleaf plantain is traditionally used to heal wounds. With tissue damage, whether from bacteria, physical trauma, chemical, heat or any other phenomenon, the body reacts with an inflammatory response, which is by its very nature a protective reaction. Inflammation is manifested by redness, fever, edema and pain in the affected tissue.

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Plantain contains polyphenols and in particular plantamajoside, which are considered the main significant compounds for wound healing. For this purpose, aqueous extract of plantain can be used.

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Anti-cancer Properties of Plantain

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Various studies have shown that both spirit and water extracts of plantain possess the property to inhibit the growth of certain cancer cell lines: melanoma (skin cancer), adenocarcinoma of the breast and kidney. [<a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/311913648_Evaluation_of_In_Vitro_Anticancer_Effect_of_Plantago_major_L_and_Plantago_lanceolata_L_Leaf_Extracts_from_Sivas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.3</a>]

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According to one of the studies, the greatest potential to inhibit the growth of cancer cells have the seeds of broadleaf plantain, in particular on the following cancer cell lines: MCF-7, MDA-MB-231, HeLaS3, A549 and KB. They also suppress inflammatory cytokines tumornecortising factor-alpha (TNF-α), interleukin 1β and 6 (IL-1β, IL-6) and interferon-gamma (IFN-γ).

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Extracts from the roots of the plant exhibit the same properties. However, the scientists who conducted this study offer the seeds of broadleaf plantain as a source of new drugs against oncological and inflammatory diseases. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Effects_of_Plantago_major_Extracts_and_Its_Chemical_Compounds_on_Proliferation_of_Cancer_Cells_and_Cytokines_Production_of_Lipopolysaccharide_activated_THP_1_Macrophages_28839362" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.4</a>]

Q&amp;A

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What side effects can the intake of broadleaf plantain have?

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In general, plantain is considered a safe herb, but an overdose can lead to anaphylaxis (suffocation due to an allergic reaction). In milder cases of side effects, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, bloating, hypersensitivity or dermatitis may be observed.

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How is broadleaf plantain used?

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The usual dose is 3–5 grams of the powdered herb 1–3 times a day, but the most common dose in the form of tea (infusion) is 150 ml 3–4 times a day.

The Broadleaf Plantain: A Modest Plant with Great Healing Potential

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 The Broadleaf Plantain: A Modest Plant with Great Healing Potential

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Author: Rositsa Tashkova, Master of Molecular Biology and Microbiology

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Indigestion or in medical language - <a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/bg/eng/research/search?q=dyspepsia&amp;p=1&amp;st=1&amp;tp=9&amp;s=x&amp;as=ARTICLE%3APUBMED%3A6834368" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a> dyspepsia [ref. 1], manifests itself <a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/bg/eng/research/pubmed/Dyspepsia_24100727" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a> as burning or gnawing pain in the upper half of the stomach that subsides and intesifies, but still most of the time it is felt.

Other symptoms are:

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<li style="font-weight: 400;">Stomach acids</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Swelling</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Quick saturation with a little food</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Burping</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Nausea</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Vomiting</li>
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Usually dyspepsia is not considered a dangerous condition, but it can be a sign of a serious disease, such as gastric ulcer. Therefore, people who experience these symptoms and are over the age of 50 have recently lost weight for unclear reasons, have difficulty swallowing, severe bouts of vomiting, a feeling of a lump in the stomach, and especially if they notice black stools (in a bleeding ulcer), they should necessarily seek medical attention.

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What causes dyspepsia

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As we said, <a href="/p/kak_da_razpoznaiem_iazvata_na_stomakha_prichini_simptomi_i_liechieniie_aca42d14_75a4_49dc_900a_1ec74f04c479" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"></a> gastric ulcer [ref. 3] can be one of the serious causes of indigestion or dyspepsia. Another cause of the characteristic symptoms may be stomach acids or reflux, since some of the stomach acid is "returned" to the esophagus, and this causes burning chest pain.

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Another serious cause may be a disease of the liver or pancreas [ref. <a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/bg/eng/research/search?q=dyspepsia%20pancreas&amp;p=1&amp;st=1&amp;tp=9&amp;s=x&amp;as=ARTICLE%3APUBMED%3A21560629" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a> 4].

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Some medications can also lead to dyspepsia, but in these cases it is reversible when the drug is discontinued. In these cases, the doctor may prescribe another, similar drug. An example of medications that can cause dyspepsia are some anti-inflammatory painkillers.

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How to relieve the symptoms of indigestion yourself

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There <a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/indigestion/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20352215" target="_blank" rel="noopener">are a</a> few things [ref. 5] that we can do to alleviate the symptoms of dyspepsia or indigestion before we have resorted to medication.

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<li style="font-weight: 400;">If possible to reduce stress in our daily lives through relaxation techniques and enough sleep;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Stop smoking;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Avoid foods that we have found irritating our stomach (for example, fried, highly processed, fatty and spicy foods);</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Reduce alcohol, sodas, caffeine;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">If the cause of dyspepsia is gastric reflux (heartburn), it is good not to eat immediately before bedtime, as we can lift the upper side of the bed and sleep on a slight slope;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Weight loss in overweight people can also help, since excessweght puts pressure on the abdomen and stomach, which leads to reflux;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">If we need to take anti-inflammatory painkillers for medical reasons, then after consulting a doctor and at her discretion, the amount of them may be reduced or another medication chosen. Drugs that lead to dyspepsia are ibuprofen, aspirin, ketoprofen, naproxen. A good alternative for pain is paracetamol, because it does not irritate the stomach.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">To eat less and more slowly, but more often - 6 times a day less, instead of 3 times;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">After consulting a doctor about the correct concentrations and compatibility with other drugs we take, mint, cumin and licorice can be used.</li>
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Dyspepsia treatments

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Depending on the causes of indigestion or dyspepsia, the doctor may approach the case differently. If the cause is infection <a href="/p/kakva_ie_razlikata_miezhdu_baktieriia_i_virus_i_kakvo_tochno_ie_klietkata_f496ccd4_1ffa_42b5_bd7a_73a56893200d" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">with the </a>bacterium causing ulcer - <a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/bg/eng/research/pubmed/Dyspepsia_and_Helicobacter_pylori_18463437" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Helicobacter pylori</a> [ref. 6], antibiotic treatmenta nd intake of antacids (medicines used to neutralize the acid in the stomach). This happens under close medical supervision and monitoring of the condition. It is essential that we take the medications exactly as prescribed, and the antibiotic should by no means be stopped prematurely, even if we feel better.

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At the discretion of the doctor, especially if taking medication does not alleviate the condition, an endoscopic examination can be carried out, in which a camera is inserted into the stomach through a thin tube and the doctor can examine the condition of the mucous membrane.

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Bowel condition can also be traced through an X-ray or computer ct scan.

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Role of herbs in relieving symptoms of dyspepsia

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There are several herbs that have been included in clinical trials for effectiveness and have <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4698144/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">given</a> good results [ref. 11] in alleviating symptoms of dyspepsia and indigestion. They are discussed in detail in the article<a href="/p/7_bilki_koito_obliekchavat_loshoto_khranosmilanie_i_dispiepsiiata_60bc6c30_0949_4ed7_933c_460f9104d318" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">" 7 herbs that relieve indigestion and dyspepsia</a>", and here we will only mention them.

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These herbs are:

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<ul>
<li>basil (Ocimum basilicum),</li>
<li>licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra),</li>
<li>Alma (Phyllanthus emblica),</li>
<li>black cumin (Nigella sativa),</li>
<li>greater celandine ( Chelidonium majus),</li>
<li>ginger (Zingiber officinale),</li>
<li>mastic resin ( Pistacia lentiscus) - gum mastic.</li>
</ul>

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What is functional dyspepsia

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Unfortunately, in many cases no apparent cause of dyspepsia is found, and then it is taken <a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/functional-dyspepsia/symptoms-causes/syc-20375709" target="_blank" rel="noopener">as a "functional</a> dyspepsia" [ref. 7]. It occurs more often in women. Other risk factors for the onset of functional dyspepsia are physical or sexual harassment in childhood, anxiety and depression.

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There is no scientific evidence for the effectiveness of alternative treatments for functional <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15927925" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a>dyspepsia, but under medical supervision some herbs can be used to relieve symptoms.

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Lowering stress and applying relaxation techniques is also important for dealing with functional dyspepsia, especially if the cause of it is psychological.

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Some studies [ref. <a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/bg/eng/research/pubmed/Candidate_genotypes_associated_with_functional_dyspepsia_18331431" target="_blank" rel="noopener">9</a>, <a href="https://journals.lww.com/ajg/Abstract/2009/02000/Gastroesophageal_Reflux_Disease_Is_Associated_With.7.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">10</a>] also found <a href="/p/kak_ghienitie_opriedieliat_prilikata_s_roditielitie_ni_2256bb0a_9ee8_4d00_8f3e_7ca44b90aa45" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">a genetic explanation</a> of functional dyspepsia. According to them, the allel* 825T of the GNB3 gene plays a role. This gene is involved in the transmission of the signal, and this affects the sensory and motor function of the stomach and duodenum. Scientists believe that this allel probably contributes to the altered sensory and motor function, which are observed in functional dyspepsia. Therefore, people who have&nbsp;this allel, are probably prone to developing functional dyspepsia.

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*The gene determines the appearance of agiven feature and may have different allele states (e.g. color gene, yellow and green alleles).

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