Stomach laziness also negatively affects general body health, and it is important to take the necessary precautions without losing time. Stomach disorders are closely related to the health of the intestines, which is considered the ‘second brain’ of the body and is among the important organs that provide food intake. Intestines, which are one of the basic building blocks of the digestive system, are affected by the smallest problem that may occur in the stomach, and stomach diseases cause negative changes in the way the intestines work, bringing different health problems. Against stomach diseases that negatively affect the digestive system and reduce the quality of life, follow-up and treatment processes should not be interrupted. Associate Professor from the Department of Gastroenterology at Memorial Diyarbakir Hospital. Dr. Nurettin Tunç gave information about stomach laziness and its treatment.
It can develop after surgery or due to diabetes.
‘Gastroparesis’, known as a lazy, slow stomach or delayed gastric emptying, is defined as a condition in which the stomach takes longer to digest the foods it should digest in the usual time. Gastroparesis, also known as ‘stomach laziness’, is a condition that affects the normal spontaneous movement of the muscles in the stomach. Disruptions in the functioning of organs can cause dysfunction or serious damage to other organs. What should be in the routine way of functioning is that strong muscle contractions allow food to pass through the digestive system. In addition to this condition, patients with Type 1 diabetes are more likely to have gastric paralysis. This situation, which is caused by the production of bacteria due to the inability of digested food to be sent to the small intestine, should be treated as soon as possible.
Pay attention to the factors that increase the risk!
In addition to stomach diseases and diabetes, drugs used against chronic diseases can also cause stomach laziness. The factors that cause stomach laziness can be listed as follows;
- Inappropriate or excessive use of painkillers,
- Hypertension,
- some antidepressant pills,
- Allergy drugs are among the causes of stomach laziness.
Continuing the use of allergy, antidepressant and painkiller pills for individuals diagnosed with stomach ache may worsen the situation.
Pay attention to physical activity
There is no surgical intervention for stomach laziness. However, the application of medications and diet/nutrition that the physician deems appropriate will result in positive psychological and physical effects. It is necessary to make permanent changes in exercise, lifestyle and eating habits, especially in weight control. The sedentary life should be abandoned and exercises compatible with the bowel movements should be applied.
Regular and proper nutrition plays a key role in treatment
Proper nutrition planning is one of the most important recovery steps in stomach laziness. Dietary changes need to be made. Attention should be paid to the consumption of pulpy foods, and attention should be paid to excessive carbohydrate consumption. Meat consumption should be kept at an ideal level. Fresh and daily fruit and vegetable consumption is important. In particular, daily caffeine and tea consumption should not exceed one or two cups.
Do not interrupt treatment
A treatment process is carried out under the guidance of lifestyle habits and diet nutrition in individuals who are diagnosed with stomach laziness after blood tests, ultrasound and endoscopy. In addition, the use of drugs that support gastric function will increase gastric contraction and ensure gastric emptying. These drugs should be used regularly throughout the treatment period. Treatment interrupted without consulting a physician may result in negative results. With the G-POEM method, which stands out among the non-surgical endoscopic treatments, the muscles at the stomach outlet are cut without surgery, allowing the passage of food from the stomach to the intestines without being stuck. Thanks to this method, which emerged as a treatment option for patients who did not obtain successful results from drug treatment, they can be discharged on the same day.
Source: (BYZHA) – Beyaz News Agency
