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====== Stomach and esophageal disorders ====== | ====== Stomach and esophageal disorders ====== | ||
+ | Proton-pump inhibitors such as omeprazole (Prilosec) can be used only if adjusting Marshall Protocol (MP) meds and use of [[home: | ||
- | + | Common types of stomach and esophageal disorders are as follows: | |
+ | * **Barrett' | ||
+ | * **dyspepsia** – also known as upset stomach or indigestion, | ||
+ | * **gastrointestinal esophageal reflux disease (GERD)** – a condition in which the stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus | ||
===== GERD (gastrointestinal esophageal reflux disease) ===== | ===== GERD (gastrointestinal esophageal reflux disease) ===== | ||
- | Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus | + | Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach contents (food or liquid) leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus. This action can irritate the esophagus, causing heartburn and other symptoms. |
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==== Management ==== | ==== Management ==== | ||
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+ | === Low-carbohydrate diet === | ||
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An antacid is any substance, generally a base or basic salt, which counteracts stomach acidity. Antacids are not contraindicated for Marshall Protocol (MP) patients. As with other over-the-counter medications and supplements, | An antacid is any substance, generally a base or basic salt, which counteracts stomach acidity. Antacids are not contraindicated for Marshall Protocol (MP) patients. As with other over-the-counter medications and supplements, | ||
- | MP patients should not take antacids | + | Note, however, that according to a recent literature review, |
+ | MP patients should not take antacids at least one hour before or two hours after taking other medications. | ||
=== Proton-pump inhibitors === | === Proton-pump inhibitors === | ||
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===== Notes and comments ===== | ===== Notes and comments ===== | ||
===== References ===== | ===== References ===== |