How is acute erosive gastritis treated?
May 14, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
Acute erosive gastritis can be managed through general treatment, medication, and surgical intervention. It is primarily caused by prolonged alcohol consumption, use of certain medications, and other factors leading to damage of the gastric mucosa, allowing pepsin to diffuse into the mucosal layer and resulting in acute erosion. Patients are advised to adjust their diet in daily life, focusing mainly on liquid foods.
Acute erosive gastritis can be managed through general treatment, drug therapy, and surgical intervention. Specific details are as follows:
1. General Treatment
Acute erosive gastritis is primarily caused by prolonged alcohol consumption, medication use, and similar factors, leading to damage of the gastric mucosa. Gastric proteases diffuse into the mucosal layer, resulting in acute erosion. Patients are advised to adjust their diet, mainly consuming liquid foods. In more severe cases, fasting may be required along with discontinuation of unnecessary medications.
2. Drug Therapy
If symptoms are severe, such as abdominal discomfort or nausea, patients may take medications like clarithromycin tablets or metronidazole tablets under medical supervision.
3. Surgical Treatment
If the condition does not improve with the above measures and there is significant bleeding from the lesion site, immediate hospitalization is necessary, and surgical intervention may be required to achieve hemostasis.
The above-mentioned approaches represent effective treatment options. It is recommended to maintain emotional stability, follow a diverse diet, and adhere to regular作息 (daily routines) in everyday life.
