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Long-term use of NSAIDs can cause gastric erosions, which can become stomach ulcers and in extreme cases can cause severe haemorrhage, resulting in death. The risk of death as a result of GI bleeding caused by the use of NSAIDs is 1 in 12,000 for adults aged 16–45. [5] The risk increases almost twentyfold for those over 75. [5]
Treating allergy symptoms with over-the-counter medication, saline spray, and, if warranted, allergy medication or injections from your doctor, may also help reduce GI symptoms as a result.
INFLAMMATION HAS BEEN linked to a number of health problems, including heart disease, GI disorders, and mental health conditions. It’s often said that what you eat (or don’t eat) can influence ...
Fiber-filled foods. A healthy gut helps regulate inflammation (more on that later), so foods high in fiber such as beans, lentils, and whole grains feed good gut bacteria to promote microbiome ...
Antacids are a common treatment for mild to medium gastritis. [29] When antacids do not provide enough relief, medications such as H 2 blockers and proton-pump inhibitors that help reduce the amount of acid are often prescribed. [29] [30] Cytoprotective agents are designed to help protect the tissues that line the stomach and small intestine. [31]
The term over-the-counter (OTC) refers to a medication that can be purchased without a medical prescription. [3] In contrast, prescription drugs require a prescription from a doctor or other health care professional and should only be used by the prescribed individual. [4]
The Mediterranean diet has been all the rage for quite some time now—and if you’re familiar with any such recipes, you’ve probably tried a kalamata olive or two. What’s more, these ...