One
can get used to anything and everything if one
tries. However, getting used to GERD by ignoring
its onslaught can be a fatal mistake. This is
because; GERD and cancer are closely
linked. Recent findings have revealed that if GERD
is left untreated for long, one can get vulnerable
to certain forms of cancer. It is necessary to
understand this connection between GERD and cancer
in order to avoid getting into the same situation.
GERD patients can then take those vital steps to
prevent themselves from cancer and other deadly
diseases spurned on by GERD.
Complications
of GERD:
GERD
or Gastroesophageal reflux disorder is a type of
disorder that can force the gastric juices and
acid content from the stomach and back up to the
esophagus. The LES valve, which is generally
confined to just transporting the food from the
esophagus to the stomach, is confronted with a new
problem, when acid containing gastric juices pass
through it to the esophagus. This long-term
exposure, if not checked can lead to weakening of
the LES and can also damage the esophagus. This
usually leads to a condition called as Barrett's
esophagus. Sometimes, the normal lining of the
esophagus is replaced by the linings, which are
usually found in the stomach. Thus, this can prove
to be the breeding ground of cancer and other
related infections. Esophagus cancer risks can
escalate if GERD is left untreated and unattained.
To prevent yourself from this situation, you
should take some measures to eliminate both
GERD and cancer.
Precautions
and prevention:
The
risk of developing GERD cancer can be extremely
low. However, sometimes, symptoms persist despite
medical intervention. This signals that something
more is going on in your body. When you feel that
the symptoms are getting increasingly strong, you
can consult your doctor immediately. However, if
you suffer from GERD, there are certain
precautions that you can take to minimize the
risks of cancer.
1)
Seek good treatment:
Many people resort to prescription drugs and even
surgery and are in the illusion that GERD is
treatd. However, conventional medicine, especially
prescription drugs cannot treat GERD. They can just
relive the symptoms. A good GERD treatment is more
comprehensive and minute. This treatment can be
provided by the holistic approach practitioners in
an accurate and safe manner.
2)
Watch what you eat: Certain
types of food can be dangerous for increasing the
intensity of GERD. Fatty and oily food can also
lead to weight gain, which can further increase
your problems. Hence, watch what you eat and
engage in regular physical activity to keep your
weight under control.
3)
Kick off bad habits: Alcohol
consumption and smoking can put you in a spot if
you have GERD. Thus, it is essential that you try
and kick off your bad habits to aid the treat of
GERD.
Despite
taking these precautions, one cannot always be
free from the risk of GERD induced cancer.
However, one can take help from alternative
medicine therapy to treat GERD in the safest and
the most efficient way possible. Thus, the best
way of staying away from GERD and cancer is to
follow the old norm quoting, 'prevention is better
than
treat'.