Check for reflux esophagitis symptoms with self-diagnosis! From early signs to treatment methods

What is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

The mountain or food inside the above refluxes into the esophagus.
A disease that irritates the esophageal mucosa and causes inflammation

 
If symptoms like a burning sensation in the stomach or a sore throat recur
It might not be simple gastritis; it could be reflux esophagitis!

 

 

✅ Check for symptoms of acid reflux esophagitis

 

- Burning sensation in the chest after meals
- Nausea or a bitter, sour, or metallic taste in the mouth
A foreign body sensation as if something is caught in the throat
Frequent dry cough, hoarse voice, sore throat
- Feeling more uncomfortable in the stomach when lying down
Indigestion, bloating, and stomach discomfort

 

 

✅ Self-diagnosis checklist for acid reflux disease

 

If three or more of the following apply,
This is a stage that requires self-treatment for acid reflux or diagnosis by a hospital.

 

 

- I feel a burning and stinging sensation in my stomach when I am fasting
Lying down makes my stomach feel more uncomfortable.
- Have you ever experienced a sour or bitter taste coming up from your mouth?
- I have woken up in the middle of the night due to heartburn or coughing
- Has a habit of lying down immediately after meals
- Frequently consumes coffee, carbonated drinks, and spicy foods
- Experiencing a lot of stress and recently gained weight

 

 

 

Can reflux esophagitis be self-treated?

 

Yes, that's possible.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease can noticeably improve just by changing lifestyle habits.
Especially, dietary therapy and posture correction are key to self-treating acid reflux esophagitis.

Of course, if symptoms persist or worsen, medical treatment at a hospital is necessary.

 

 

🍽️ 1. Dietary therapy

 

1) Eat small, frequent meals – recommend a diet mainly consisting of liquid foods ⭐
2) Do not lie down within 2 hours after a meal.
3) Low-fat, high-carbohydrate, high-protein diet
4) Foods to avoid: chocolate, coffee, mint, alcohol, carbonated drinks, acidic fruit juices, tomatoes ⭐
5) Take antacids 30 minutes after meals
6) Prevent constipation with fiber-rich meals, reduce intra-abdominal pressure

 

Not overeating or reducing spicy foods is the basic step, right?

 

 

🛏️ 2. Posture correction

 

1) Do not lie down immediately after eating ⭐
2) Avoid actions that bend the body during daily activities
3) Lie down with your upper body elevated by 15-20cm before sleep ⭐
4) Avoid tight clothing that increases abdominal pressure

5) Maintaining your standard weight is also important!

It is better to lie on the left side rather than the right side ⭐

 

 

📝 Key Summary

 

Symptoms of acid reflux include heartburn, sour taste, and throat irritation.
- Self-diagnosis checklist for acid reflux disease is essential for condition assessment
Self-treatment possible through diet, posture, and weight management
- Avoid spicy foods, be cautious with medication timing
- If symptoms persist, be sure to see a doctor.

 

 

If not corrected early, esophagitis can become chronic, leading to risks of esophageal ulcers and esophageal cancer.
Self-treatment is not a choice but a necessity. 👍

 

Please share any self-treatment methods that help with symptoms of acid reflux.