How to treat and manage gastric antral erosion

Gastric antral erosion usually indicates the presence of gastric ulcers. Treatment generally includes medication or surgical approaches, along with lifestyle modifications and emotional regulation for maintenance.

I. Treatment

1. Medication

If excessive gastric acid secretion is the cause, medications such as ranitidine capsules, famotidine tablets, or nizatidine tablets may typically be used under a doctor's guidance to inhibit gastric acid secretion and neutralize stomach acid, thereby reducing irritation to the gastric mucosa and alleviating symptoms. Additionally, mucosal-protective agents such as sucralfate dispersible tablets, hydrotalcite tablets, or aluminum hydroxide tablets can help protect the gastric lining, promote mucosal repair, and contribute to disease improvement.

2. Surgery

When drug therapy proves ineffective, surgical intervention may be necessary, such as partial gastrectomy or vagotomy, to reduce gastric acid secretion and relieve discomfort symptoms like stomach pain and excess gastric acid.

II. Maintenance

1. Improve Unhealthy Lifestyle Habits

Correcting irregular eating and sleeping patterns, while avoiding raw, cold, spicy, or otherwise irritating foods and overeating, helps reduce the burden on the stomach and supports gastric function.

2. Emotional Regulation

Managing negative emotions such as anxiety and stress through activities like listening to music, communicating with others, or cultivating hobbies can help prevent excessive vagus nerve excitation and reduce the risk of disease recurrence.

When these conditions occur, comprehensive adjustments in daily life are required, along with strict adherence to medical advice for treatment.