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Treatment Support
intestinal anti-inflammatory
Application
tea, tincture, tablet
Duodenum, inflammation of
Etiologic and Contributing Factors:
- Infections: The most common cause is an infection with Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium that affects the stomach lining.
- Medications: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), aspirin, and certain antibiotics can irritate the duodenum.
- Alcohol and Smoking: Both increase stomach acid production and weaken the mucosal lining, leading to inflammation.
- Stress: Psychological stress can contribute to gastric acid overproduction and duodenal irritation.
- Bile Reflux: Excessive bile flowing into the duodenum can cause irritation.
- Autoimmune Diseases: Conditions like Crohn’s disease or celiac disease can lead to duodenal involvement.
- Dietary Factors: Spicy or fatty foods, caffeine, and acidic foods may exacerbate inflammation.
Signs to Seek Professional Help:
- Persistent abdominal pain or discomfort, especially in the upper abdomen.
- Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite.
- Blood in stools or black, tarry stools (signs of bleeding).
- Severe or worsening symptoms that don’t respond to over-the-counter treatments.
- Unexplained weight loss.
- Difficulty swallowing or a sensation of food getting stuck.
Christopher Hobbs:
“The duodenum, a section of the small intestine, can become inflamed as a result of a poor diet and stress.”
Treatment Plan for Duodenum, inflammation of
When to Treat at Home with Herbs:
- Mild symptoms: If discomfort is occasional and not severe, you might try soothing herbal remedies such as chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), ginger (Zingiber officinale), or licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) root (deglycyrrhizinated licorice, DGL) to reduce irritation.
- Gastrointestinal soothing herbs: Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) and marshmallow (Althea officinalis) root can coat the duodenum and provide relief.
- Probiotic-rich foods: Yogurt, kefir, and fermented foods can help balance gut bacteria, especially if H. pylori infection is suspected.
However, if symptoms persist or worsen, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional to rule out serious conditions like ulcers or infections requiring medical treatment.
Christopher Hobbs:
“Intestinal anti-inflammatories like licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) and cabbage juice and soothing herbs such as marshmallow (Althea officinalis) root and flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) tea can be useful.”
Generated by ChatGPT; edited and supplemented by Dr. Christopher Hobbs PhD
Herbal Remedies for Duodenum, inflammation of
Herb
Treatment Support
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Herb
Treatment Support
intestinal soother
Application
tea, tincture, capsule
Herb
Treatment Support
intestinal anti-inflammatory
Application
capsule, tablet, tincture
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The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
