Which part to massage for esophagitis

Written by Zhang Shu Kun

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Updated on February 24, 2025

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Esophagitis can be treated by massaging the Laogong acupoint, which can promote blood circulation and relieve mental tension. Alternatively, the Daling acupoint can improve gastric motility and aid symptoms of indigestion effectively. Furthermore, esophagitis can also be managed by massaging the Zhongwan acupoint, a commonly used point for spleen and stomach disorders, capable of treating various symptoms. The Zhongwan acupoint is located on the upper abdomen, on the anterior midline, at the midpoint between the lower end of the sternum and the navel. Therefore, it is essential to massage daily, approximately 10 to 15 minutes each time, with gentle clockwise motions.

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Can I eat sweet potatoes with esophagitis?

If esophagitis is not severe, it is okay to eat a moderate amount of sweet potatoes, as they are not highly irritating and do not significantly affect the esophagus. However, if the condition is more severe, it is necessary to control the intake of sweet potatoes. This is because sweet potatoes contain a large amount of starch, which can lead to bloating after consumption and can trigger symptoms such as indigestion. Additionally, nausea, vomiting, or acid reflux might occur. Sweet potatoes are sweet and can stimulate the excessive secretion of gastric acid, which not only causes nausea and vomiting but also affects the mucous membrane of the esophagus, potentially worsening the symptoms of esophagitis. Those with esophagitis should aim for a bland diet, eat smaller and more frequent meals, and chew slowly and thoroughly.

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Written by Zhu Dan Hua

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How is esophagitis treated?

The treatment of esophagitis primarily consists of dietary adjustments and the selection of medications. Dietary recommendations suggest that patients consume clean, easily digestible foods, avoid binge eating, and refrain from the intake of pickled foods, cultivating good lifestyle and eating habits. Medication options include acid-suppressing, mucosal-protecting, and gastrointestinal motility-improving drugs, with an initial treatment duration of two to four weeks. Esophagitis is relatively common in clinical settings, typically seen in gastroenterology outpatient clinics, with symptoms such as nausea, heartburn, nausea, and belching being more common. Among these, heartburn is a typical symptom, characterized by a burning pain in the esophageal or pre-chest area, usually episodic and related to diet, with symptoms often occurring after meals. Diagnosis relies primarily on gastroscopy, thus it is recommended that patients considered to have esophagitis undergo timely gastroscopic examination to further clarify the condition. (The use of medications should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can esophagitis be cured?

Common causes of esophagitis include reflux of stomach acid and inflammation caused by excess stomach acid. Esophagitis can be healed through dietary control and medical treatment. However, it is prone to recurrence, for example, with increased stomach acid, worsening of chronic gastritis or acid reflux, and lack of attention to diet, among other factors. Therefore, we advise patients to avoid irritating foods and appropriately consume medications that protect the mucosa and suppress stomach acid.

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Esophagitis type A

Esophagitis can be classified into four levels of severity: grade A, B, C, and D, with grade A being the mildest and grade D the most severe. For patients with grade A esophagitis, it is recommended that they pay attention to their diet and medication. Dietarily, it is advised that patients consume easily digestible meals, eat smaller portions more frequently, and avoid overeating. Medicinally, options include acid inhibitors, mucosal protectants, and medications that reduce stomach acid. The treatment course is 2 to 4 weeks, and if symptoms can be controlled, the dosage may be appropriately reduced. Clinically, esophagitis is relatively common with typical symptoms being nausea and heartburn, especially heartburn, which is the most frequent. This presents as a burning pain in the esophageal and anterior chest area, generally related to eating, and usually occurs after meals.

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Which part to massage for esophagitis

Esophagitis can be treated by massaging the Laogong acupoint, which can promote blood circulation and relieve mental tension. Alternatively, the Daling acupoint can improve gastric motility and aid symptoms of indigestion effectively. Furthermore, esophagitis can also be managed by massaging the Zhongwan acupoint, a commonly used point for spleen and stomach disorders, capable of treating various symptoms. The Zhongwan acupoint is located on the upper abdomen, on the anterior midline, at the midpoint between the lower end of the sternum and the navel. Therefore, it is essential to massage daily, approximately 10 to 15 minutes each time, with gentle clockwise motions.