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Vida-Flo uses targeted medications and our IV hydration and vitamin drips to counteract the vomiting, diarrhea and other discomforts associated with GI System ailments.
By providing direct fluid and vitamin infusion we achieve immediate relief and deliver everything directly to your bloodstream, bypassing the gastrointestinal system entirely.
Additionally, because the effects of many GI System problems can cause severe dehydration and the inability to absorb nutrients, Vida-Flo helps to overcome these issues.
Treatment for Gastrointestinal Diseases
What are Gastrointestinal Diseases?
Gastrointestinal, or GI, diseases occur within the GI tract. The GI tract is the part of the digestive system that helps with the processing of nutrients and the passing of waste out of your body. Gastrointestinal issues are common, and the symptoms of these types of diseases are similar. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Abdominal bloating
- Severe abdominal pain
- Bloody diarrhea
- Fever and chills
- Severe nausea, uncontrollable vomiting, or vomiting blood
- Inability to swallow or have bowel movement
Here is a list of the 6 most common GI diseases.
1. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
GERD is a condition that causes heartburn, or the act of stomach acid going back up into your esophagus. Most people experience heartburn every once in a while; however, if you have heartburn at least twice a week or have symptoms that affect your everyday life, then you may have GERD.
- Symptoms
- Heartburn
- Bad breath
- Tooth erosion
- Nausea
- Pain in chest or upper abdomen
- Trouble swallowing or breathing
- Treatment
- OTC antacids
- Change in diet
- Elevating the head of the bed
- Avoid tight-fitting clothing
- Quit smoking
- Avoid laying down after a meal
- Medication and surgery in more severe cases
2. Gallstones
Gallstones are hard objects that form in your gallbladder as a result of high cholesterol, waste in your bile, or your gallbladder not functioning properly. About one million Americans develop gallstones annually.
- Symptoms
- Sharp pain in your upper-right abdomen
- Treatment
- Medication
- Surgery
3. Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is a severe gluten intolerance that causes intestinal damage whenever patients with this condition ingest gluten. About 1% of the U.S. population suffers from this disease unknowingly. They are often misdiagnosed with something else.
- Symptoms in Children
- Abdominal pain and bloating
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Vomiting
- Symptoms in Adults
- Anemia
- Bone loss
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Seizures
- Treatment
- Avoid gluten
- Eat alternatives like brown rice, quinoa, lentils, soy flour, etc.
4. Crohnโs Disease
Crohnโs disease is part of the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) group that causes a series of digestive conditions. Crohnโs primarily affects the terminal ileum (connection of the small bowel and colon), though it can affect any part of the GI tract. About 780,000 Americans have this disease, yet the cause remains unknown. Some experts believe that genetics play a role in its development.
- Symptoms
- Abdominal pain
- Rectal bleeding
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Weight loss
- Treatment
- Avoid trigger foods (alcohol, coffee, dairy products, carbonated drinks, raw fruit and vegetables, red meat, and foods that are: fried, spicy, fatty, or gas-producing)
- Topical pain relievers
- Immunosuppressants
- Surgery
5. Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that primarily affects the large intestine, or colon, and about 907,000 Americans.
- Symptoms
- Sores or ulcers
- Frequent and urgent bowel movements
- Painful, bloody diarrhea
- Abdominal cramps
- Treatment
- Anti-inflammatory medication
- Avoid trigger foods
- Surgery to remove the colon
6. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common digestive condition that about 10-15% of the global population suffers from.
- Symptoms
- Irregular bowel movements (cycles of hard, dry stool and watery diarrhea)
- Bloating
- Stomach pain or discomfort
- Treatment
- Avoid trigger foods
- Eat low-fat, high-fiber meals
- Incorporate probiotics into your diet with yogurt
- Manage stress (cognitive behavioral therapy and antidepressants may help)
Complications
Gastrointestinal diseases can cause complications, such as:
- Dehydration
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Fecal Impaction (unpassable, dry, hard stool)
- Bowel Obstruction (blockage of the small or large intestine by something other than stool)
- Radiation Enteritis (inflamed intestine caused by radiation therapy)
Risk Factors
People at higher risk of developing a GI disease:
- Are overweight or obese
- Are pregnant
- Have a family history of GI issues
- Take medication like antacids, antidepressants, narcotics, or iron supplements
- Travel or change your routine, causing stress on the digestive process
- Smoke
Unfortunately, gastrointestinal diseases are extremely common not just in the U.S., but all over the world. However, experts have provided us with a list of symptoms that are common in any GI disease along with treatments that can improve a personโs quality of life. Luckily, Vida-Flo has the best solution for the immediate relief of GI disease symptoms.
Benefits of IV Hydration for Gastrointestinal Diseases
Though gastrointestinal diseases cannot be fully treated with Vida-Flo’s IV Hydration, this treatment is ideal for the restoration of necessary fluids, electrolytes, and vitamins. Here is how:
Vida-Floโs IV Hydration
| Ingredients | Solution | Additive? |
| Saline Solution | Vida-Flo’s sterile saline solution replenishes the body by delivering vitamins and nutrients directly into your bloodstream, hydrating your body with 100% absorption and excreting anything your body doesnโt need. | No |
| Electrolytes | Electrolytes help prevent dehydration and are vital to recovering from gastrointestinal diseases. | No |
| Pepcid | Pepcid relieves symptoms of heartburn and abdominal pain. | Yes |
| Zofran | Zofran prevents nausea and vomiting, allowing patients to keep fluids down. | Yes |
| Vitamin B Complex | Vitamin B Complex keeps energy levels up and promotes the healthy function of your immune system. | Yes |
Vida-Flo’s IV Hydration Treatment immediately relieves patients of gastrointestinal disease symptoms like nausea and pain as they begin or continue their road to recovery. Start your journey to a healthier you with Vida-Flo’s IV Hydration Treatment.
