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Stomach
The stomach is a part of the digestive system where food is broken down by acid. It is then transferred to the intestines.
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Are marshmallows good to eat on a stomach ache?
Marshmallows can provide temporary relief for a mild stomach ache due to their soft texture and ability to soothe the stomach lining. However, they are high in sugar and may not be the best choice for everyone, especially if the stomach ache is caused by digestive issues. It's generally better to opt for bland foods or drinks like ginger tea or toast. If stomach pain persists, it's advisable to consult a healthcare professional.
Localized mild inflammation characterized by congestion, edema, erythema, and friability in the gastric antrum is commonly referred to as gastritis. This condition often results from irritation due to factors such as infection, use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), alcohol consumption, or stress. The symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, and indigestion. Treatment typically involves addressing the underlying cause and may include medications to reduce stomach acid and promote healing.
Can the CPAP machine cause your stomach to be bloated and hard?
Yes. It is called aerophagia, the condition in which a person swallows too much air into the stomach. It can cause bloating and discomfort, and can result in feeling like you ate a huge meal and need to burp.
When air is pumped into your nose and mouth, there is a chance that you're going to swallow it. Air will go down your esophagus and into your stomach, instead of your trachea and into your lungs.
If your trachea isn't opened, then you can't handle the amount of pressure being delivered by the CPAP machine, causing the overflow to push into the esophagus.
This could be resolved by adjusting the position of your head so that it's not tilting forward while you sleep. This keeps your airway open.
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The CPAP machine might be delivering too much air for your trachea and lungs to handle. This could be resolved by Talking to your doctor about reducing the pressure setting on your CPAP machine.
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You could have air leaks. No matter your level of CPAP pressure, if air is going in through your nose and is leaking out of your mouth, you will undoubtedly swallow involuntarily. This could be resolved by adjusting your mask appropriately, ensuring it is snug. You could also be using the wrong size mask. Additionally, you may want to get a full face mask for mouth breathers (it helps to hold your mouth closed.)
Does fat accumalation around stomach inhibit production of testerogen hormone?
There is some evidence that it can. However, in some men, low levels of testosterone have been seen as the cause of an increase in belly fat. Controversy still exists about which causes which.
It should also be noted: that belly fat should not be taken as symptomatic of a low testosterone level. There are many men and women who have no testosterone problem, and have accumulated belly fat.
Only a doctor can tell you if testosterone levels are causing belly fat, or the other way around.
What phase of gastric secretions occurs before food enters the stomach?
Cephalic phase. It is due to:
- Smell and taste of food
- Thoughts of food
- Tactile sensations in mouth
What is a heterogeneous hypoechoic mass lesion?
The hypoechoic mass lesion refers to the abnormal area in the body that can be seen on an ultrasound.
Is carbon dioxide good for a upset stomach?
Um ... no? Carbon dioxide is the gas that you breathe out. You can't really eat or drink it, and trying to swallow air will just make you belch.
Why are drugs in solid form unlikely to be absorbed in the stomach to any significant extent?
Only the lipid soluble non-ionized form of a drug can diffuse across the membrane. The pH is low in the stomach. For the acidic drugs, they are non-ionized at low pH yet they are poorly soluble. For the basic drugs, they are soluble yet ionized.
What are some effective treatments for stomach bloating?
There are proprietary remedies for stomach bloating such as Wind-eze which can help to reduce stomach bloating. Sometimes indigestion tablets can also help.
Why does contraction of the muscles of the esophagus stomach and intestines help in digestion?
These muscles push down the food.
the stomach turns the proteins into amino acids
and carbs into sugars
and fats into glycerol and fatty acids
What are five functions of stomach acid?
Here are two to get you started:
- To provide ideal pH conditions for the enzymes pepsin and trypsin - proteases responsible for breaking down proteins in our food.
- To kill off any bacteria or other pathogens that are contaminating the food we eat.
After this, I'm stuck for ideas...
I'm not too sure that the first answer is completely correct. Pepsin is correct, but I believe that trypsin is secreted by the pancreas and enters the GI tract in the duodenum, not the stomach. Therefore, the contents of the stomach have been nuetralized to a pH of 8 (up from a pH of 2 in the stomach) by the time trypsin is exposed to them, which is trypsin's optimal pH.
Trypsin is also activated from trypsynogen (its inactive form) by enteropeptidase, which is an enzyme secreted by the cells of the duodenum, and also not found in the stomach.
Therefore, I believe that providing the ideal pH for trypsin is NOT one of the function of the stomach.
On another note, other functions of the stomach acid are to convert pepsinogen into its active form of pepsin, along with providing the ideal environment for pepsin activity; and to denature protiens so that their bonds are more exposed and easliy accessible by pepsin, trypsin, and chymotrypsin.
How long till your stomach is empty after eating a small med or large meal?
Approximately 2 to 3 hours after a meal.
I have had antibiotics that had to be taken "on an empty stomach", and the pharmacist told me to take them one hour before or 2-3 hours after a meal.
How do you get rid of a bad stomach ach?
there are a lot of answers but these are the fastest and best ways i know
use the bathroom
it won't always work but it usually does, and if it doesnt, see if you have a fever or need to vomit
stretch
i know this sounds weird but just sit down and do stretches that you would normally do in the morning when you wake up just make your muscles tense for a second and when you stop your stomach will probably feel better
eat mint
this works if you have a mint plant or just some altoids or something but don't eat too many as this will make your stomach feel worse if you have heartburn DON'T swallow it, and don't swallow the mint leaf at all
drink ginger ale
this will only work if you have a stomach ache due to acid in your stomach with nothing to do because it calms the acid bubbles
eat
i know this is probably the last thing you want to do when you have a stomach ache, but if your stomach is making noise, then it probably means you're so hungry it hurts, so eat something (REAL food, not cookies or candy or cake or anything) i would suggest bread for this because if it doesn't work, it will go through your system quickly.
entertain yourself
the most common stomach ache isn't actually a stomach ache at all. its a mental stomach ache, like on the first day of school, you think your stomach hurts but it really doesn't you just want to think that so that you can stay home from school one more day. just watch tv, go on the computer, read, or do something else it usually helps.
NOTE: If your stomach ache stays longer than a day or if you have a headache with it for longer than a day, then go see your doctor because these can be signs of rare but extremely serious diseases or appendicitis.
Also TRY A PEPPERMINT It works for me everytime. It'll calm your stomach.
Which mesentery helps tether the stomach to the liver?
The lesser momentum helps tether the stomach to the liver.
What is The average time food spends in the stomach?
about 3 to 4 hours because it takes time to digest.
Can being overweight cause stomach ulcers?
it can, even if your too skinny
Another answer:
Most stomach ulcers are caused by bacteria and can be treated by antibiotics. They have nothing to do with your weight.
Is omeprazole for stomach infections?
Acid produced in the stomach can also sometimes flow back into the food pipe (oesophagus). This is called gastro-oesophageal reflux, and can cause pain and a burning sensation known as heartburn. It can also irritate and damage the lining of the oesophagus, causing a condition called reflux oesophagitis.
By reducing the production of stomach acid omeprazole can be used to treat all these and other conditions.
It stops excess acid flowing back into the foodpipe and can be used to relieve heartburn symptoms associated with acid reflux. It also allows the oesophagus to heal in reflux oesophagitis.
By reducing the amount of acid in the stomach and duodenum omeprazole also allows peptic ulcers to heal, and prevents them from recurring. It also relieves the symptoms of indigestion caused by excess stomach acid.
Omeprazole can also be used to prevent and treat peptic ulcers that can occur as a side effect of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as diclofenac. NSAIDs relieve pain and inflammation by reducing the production of substances called prostaglandins. Unfortunately, prostaglandins are also produced in the stomach and help to protect the stomach lining from acid, so NSAIDs can allow the acid to irritate the stomach. Omeprazole is used to treat peptic ulcers that occur due to this irritation. It also relieves side effects such as indigestion that can be associated with taking these medicines. Omeprazole is also sometimes prescribed in combination with NSAIDs to help prevent peptic ulcers from developing.
What is a powerful acid made in the stomach that has digestive functions?
pyruvic acid
My answer is Gastric acid, its a digestive fluid in the stomach It has pH of 1.5-3.5 and is composed of hydrochloric acid
How do you make bad stomach aches go away?
If you have shieling oil rub it on your stomach and lie down. If you don't, then get a warm rag and put it on your head get a blanket and lie down on your side. Put a trash can next to you to be safe because you may throw up! Hope I Helped.
