WHAT IS ZENKER’S DIVERTICULUM?

Diverticulum is a medical term that refers to an abnormal structure such as a sac. Diverticula can form almost anywhere in the digestive tract. Zenker's diverticulum is a sac that develops in the hypopharynx, usually between the cricopharyngeus (CP) and the inferior pharyngeal constrictor muscle. Zenker's diverticulum only involves the mucosa and

IS IT TRUE THAT AMERICANO IS SAFE FOR GERD SUFFERERS?

Consultant gastroenterohepatology, Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, does not confirm that Americano is the only type of coffee brew that is safe for GERD patients. Because the principle of whether coffee is safe or unsafe depends on the caffeine content. According to Prof. Ari, GERD sufferers will be safer consuming coffee with low

VARIOUS PROBLEMS OF THE LOWER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT

The digestive tract consists of two parts, that is the upper digestive tract and the lower digestive tract. The lower digestive tract includes most of the lower small intestine (jejunum, ileum), large intestine (cecum, colon, rectum), and ends at the anus. As Dr. Aritantri Damayani, M.Sc mentions disorders that often occur in

HEALTH PROBLEM ON GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT

Some disorders encountered in the digestive tract are caused by food factors consumed by a person. Hendra Nurjadin, MD explained that digestive tract disorders are divided into two categories, namely upper and lower digestive problems. Upper digestive problems that often occur are dyspepsia or what is commonly called an ulcer with symptoms

GERD OFTEN RELAPSES AFTER EID, THIS IS THE REASON

Unhealthy eating patterns can be one of the triggers for someone to experience Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). According to these triggers, the production of stomach acid after Eid is related to changes in the 'eating pattern' after fasting. During fasting, eating habits tend to be regular, both in terms of time and

RECOGNIZE THE CAUSES OF BLOODY STOOLS

Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, MD, PhD, MMB, FACP, FACG, Gastroenterohepatology consultant, explained that in principle when someone has bloody bowel movements the first thing to do is be calm and don't panic. After calming down, it is advisable to lie down. Don't do the activity first because you don't know how much

THE RIGHT EXERCISE FOR GERD SUFFERERS

Exercising routine has many benefits, such as reducing body fat, relieving stress and panic, improving health, increasing bowel activity, and in certain cases, can reduce GERD symptoms. However, not all types of exercise are beneficial for GERD sufferers. Wrong in choosing the type and combination of exercise can affect the health of

GERD CAN LEAD TO SEVERAL DANGEROUS COMPLICATIONS

Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a gastrointestinal disease with disturbing symptoms and complications, due to reflux or the rising of stomach contents into the esophagus. GERD can be caused by the weakening of the sphincter valve in the lower esophagus, so it is not able to close properly. GERD is not life-threatening

THREE CAUSES OF GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT BLEEDING

Gastrointestinal bleeding can be experienced by adults and children. The causes of gastrointestinal bleeding in the adult group are quite varied. Prof. Ari Fahrial Syam, MD, MMB, PhD, FACP, FACG revealed that upper gastrointestinal bleeding has a higher mortality rate than lower gastrointestinal bleeding. Based on his research in 2001-2005 and 2010-2013,

HELICOBACTER PYLORI INFECTION

Helicobacter pylori is a gram-negative bacterium that can infect the stomach. The infection can damage gastric tissue and parts of the small intestine. This can cause redness and pain (inflammation). In some cases, it can also cause painful sores called peptic ulcers in the upper digestive tract. Helicobacter pylori attack the lining