Understanding Post Meal Reflux and Benefits of Sodium Alginate - Dr Shubham Vatsya

Post meal reflux refers to the phenomenon where patients experience severe burning in the middle of the chest shortly after eating. This discomfort arises due to dysfunction in the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), a structure at the junction of the esophagus and stomach. Traditional treatments like proton pump inhibitors and H2 receptor antagonists reduce stomach acid but don't address reflux directly. In contrast, sodium alginate, a barrier compound, offers a mechanical solution. It forms a protective raft atop stomach contents, preventing acid from reaching the esophagus.

In this insightful video Dr Shubham Vatsya, a renowned Gastroenterologist from Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, Delhi explains about What is post meal reflux and how to clinically suspect it? And What are the clinical benefits of Sodium Alginate in the management of post meal reflux. He discusses the distinctive symptoms that characterize this condition, such as severe chest burning occurring shortly after eating, which stem from dysfunction in the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) at the junction of the esophagus and stomach. He explores how patients often experience discomfort and elucidates on the therapeutic benefits of sodium alginate in managing post meal reflux. Unlike traditional acid-reducing medications, sodium alginate acts as a mechanical barrier