Achlorhydria is a condition in which the body does not produce enough hydrochloric acid in the stomach. This can be caused by various reasons, such as a malfunction of the pancreas, a lack of vitamin C, certain medications and other factors.
Achlorhydria can lead to various health problems such as chronic diarrhea, heartburn, decreased immunity, etc. It may also be associated with certain stomach conditions, such as stomach ulcers or stomach cancer.
To diagnose achlorhydria, it is necessary to conduct a number of studies, such as a blood test for the level of hydrochloric acid, a test for the presence of the bacterium Helicobacter pylori, and others. Treatment for achlorhydria depends on the cause and may include diet changes, medications, and other methods.
Achlorhidrosis of the stomach is a decrease or absence of hydrochloric acid in gastric juice, leading to impaired digestion of food. Normally, a healthy person produces from 140 to 270 ml of gastric juice per day. Hydrochloric acid plays an important role in digestion, as it creates an environment favorable to the action of pepsin and ensures the development of normal gastric flora.
Achloride apepsia is characterized by a complete absence of secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. With this disease, there is absolutely no basal (background) secretion release in the stomach. This is a pathological condition that occurs as a result of excessive use of proton pump inhibitors in the treatment of peptic ulcers. Manifested by symptoms: belching, nausea, vomiting, pain in the upper abdomen, increasing general weakness.