Treating gastroesophageal reflux disease with traditional Chinese medicine.

1. Symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

When stomach acid refluxes from the stomach into the esophagus, it can lead to symptoms such as:

- Heartburn:A burning sensation in the epigastric region and behind the sternum, radiating upwards, occurs more frequently after eating a large meal, when standing or bending over, or when lying down.

- Heartburn:The sour taste that rises to the mouth after the patient burps.

- Sore throat:In many cases, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) presents with symptoms such as a persistent dry cough, hoarseness, sore throat, and difficulty or a feeling of something stuck in the throat when swallowing.

- Pain in the epigastric region:Patients may also experience persistent and uncomfortable symptoms of peptic ulcers such as persistent epigastric pain, bloating, indigestion, constipation, or diarrhea.

2. Remedies for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a broad range of conditions with many causes and diverse symptoms… Depending on the case, the following appropriate remedies can be applied:

Lesson 1 - Modified "Pinellia Elixir for Heart-Tearing"

- Ingredient:Pinellia ternata 10g, Coptis chinensis 6g, Scutellaria baicalensis 10g, Evodia rutaecarpa 3g, Citrus reticulata peel 10g, Poria cocos 15g, Corydalis yanhusuo 10g, Citrus aurantium 10g, Cuttlefish bone 15g.

- How to use:Take one dose of the decoction daily.

- Application:Used in cases of gastroesophageal reflux disease with symptoms such as pronounced heartburn, frequent heartburn, dull abdominal pain, preference for warm compresses, pain worsening when hungry, pain relieved after eating, nausea, loss of appetite, cold hands and feet, and loose stools.

Lesson 2 - "Sài hồ sơ can tán" combined with "Hương tô tán" with modifications

- Ingredient:Bupleurum chinense 10g, Paeonia lactiflora 10g, Ligusticum chuanxiong 6g, Cyperus rotundus 10g, Perilla frutescens 10g, Citrus reticulata peel 10g, Citrus aurantium peel 10g, Curcuma longa 10g, Corydalis yanhusuo 10g, Corydalis yanhusuo 10g, Cuttlefish bone 15g, Glycyrrhiza glabra 6g.

- How to use:Take one dose of the decoction daily.

- Application:Used in cases of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with symptoms such as epigastric pain, pain radiating to both sides of the ribs, chest tightness, shortness of breath, bloating, frequent belching, and poor mental state (stress) that worsens the condition.

Lesson 3 - "Dan Chi Xiao Yao San" combined with "Zuo Jin Huan" with modifications.

- Ingredient:10g of Dan Bi, 10g of Zhi Zi, 10g of Chai Hu, 10g of Bai Shao, 10g of Chi Shao, 10g of Chen Pi, 10g of Ban Xia, 15g of Fu Ling, 10g of Dang Gui, 10g of Xuan Hu, 10g of Zhi Shi, 15g of Bai Zhu, 6g of Huang Lian, 3g of Wu Zhu Yu, 15g of Wu Ze Gu.

- How to use:Take one dose of the decoction daily.

- Application:Used in cases of gastroesophageal reflux disease with symptoms such as burning pain in the chest, palpitations, irritability, dry and bitter mouth, constipation, red tongue, yellow tongue coating, and a tense or rapid pulse.

Lesson 4 - "Consistent Prescription" combined with "Peony and Licorice Decoction" with modifications

- Ingredient:15g of Salvia miltiorrhiza, 15g of Rehmannia glutinosa, 10g of Angelica sinensis, 10g of Paeonia lactiflora, 10g of Nelumbo nucifera seeds, 10g of Ophiopogon japonicus, 15g of Cuttlefish bone, 10g of Citrus reticulata peel, 10g of Pinellia ternata, 6g of Glycyrrhiza glabra.

- How to use:Take one dose of the decoction daily.

- Application:Used in cases of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with symptoms such as dull pain in the back of the chest or stomach, dry mouth, hot palms and soles, fatigue, and constipation.

Lesson 5 - Modified "Salvia miltiorrhiza decoction" combined with "Seven Smiles Powder"

- Ingredient:Salvia miltiorrhiza 15g, Amomum villosum 6g, sandalwood 10g, cattail pollen 10g, Ganoderma lucidum 10g, Ligusticum chuanxiong 10g, Corydalis yanhusuo 10g, Curcuma longa 10g, Angelica sinensis 10g.

- How to use:Take one dose of the decoction daily.

- Application:Used in cases of sharp pain in the back of the chest, abdominal distension, emaciation, difficulty swallowing, vomiting blood, and a purple tongue with petechiae.

Preventing gastroesophageal reflux disease

- Healthy nutrition:Limit your intake of fatty foods or foods that cause bloating and indigestion.

- Break bad habits:Drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes....

- Lifestyle changes:Reduce stress and pressure at work.

- Weight management:Avoid being overweight or obese.

- Increase appropriate and regular physical activity...