Question 1

i have crohns disease. i am on methotrexate to control it. however, lately ive been feeling constantly sick. extremely tired and just feeling weird. what could be the cause ?

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? The MTX: Methotrexate has multiple side effects depending on dose / duration, also the disease itself may be flaring up, hopefully not, your best option is to see your doctor for evaluation and possibly running some tests, best wishes

Question 2

how to cure gastritis?

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Gastritis: Gastritis is a temporary state, and means inflammation of the stomach lining. Start with focusing on your diet, eliminate any foods that cause your stomach to hurt. Keep track of how you feel after meals in a diary. Many times using a acid suppressor medication like Nexium or Protonix on a regular schedule will result in cure over the next 4-6 weeks. Pepcid is another good option. Hang in there!!

Question 3

what does gastritis feel like?

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Burning pain stomach: sometimes constant heartburn feeling

Question 4

is isagenix good for gastritis?

Accepted Answer

There is no evidence: There is no evidence to support that it is good for gastritis

Question 5

can gastritis cured permanently?

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Yes: Yes, gastritis can be cured permanently.
The key is to identify and address the cause.
One common cause is infection with H. Pylori bacteria. Successfully treating this can be a cure; natural therapies can help; see http://tinyurl.com/zt5dfvk 
In Chinese medicine it may be caused by excess liver heat and herbal treatments can correct.
I have also had success curing gastritis with homeopathy.

Question 6

signs of a person who has gastritis?

Accepted Answer

Pain ; vomiting: Vomiting is characteristic of inflammation of the stomach that can be caused by an or an ulcer. If it affects only the stomach (exclusively vomiting), then it's a "gastritis". Diarrhea is also noted, then the small intestines (an "enteritis"" may also be involved.

Question 7

what should i eat if i have gastritis?

Accepted Answer

Bland diet: Eat foods that have few additives and spices. Fruits, vegetables and grains are good sources of these. Avoid spicey, citrus and dense foods as they can further irritate the lining of the stomach.

Question 8

is it normal for gastritis to come and go?

Accepted Answer

No: If the causative factor lingers then it can. But ppis are pretty good give complete relief.

Question 9

i have gastritis. what foods should i avoid?

Accepted Answer

Diet: First, stop irritants such as alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, meds like advil (ibuprofen) or aspirin, carbonated beverages, fruit juices. Then eat a fiber-rich diet. Foods containing flavonoids, like apples, celery, cranberries (including cranberry juice), onions, garlic, and tea may stop the growth of h. Pylori, the bacteria that may be causing it.
Avoid high fat foods.

Question 10

what are the dos and donts for someone with gastritis?

Accepted Answer

Avoid: Spicy foods, coffee, tobacco and alcohol.

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