What does gastric fat spot mean?
May 15, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
Gastric fatty patches typically refer to fat lesions occurring in the gastric mucosa, with specific analysis as follows: Gastric fatty patches are usually identified during gastroscopic examination. Lipid deposition in the stomach may result from abnormal lipid metabolism in the gastric mucosa or chronic inflammatory stimulation of the mucosa. Gastric fatty patches are generally not serious, and some patients may have no obvious symptoms after developing the condition.
Gastric xanthelasma usually refers to a fatty lesion occurring in the gastric mucosa. A detailed analysis is as follows:
Gastric xanthelasma is typically identified during a gastroscopic examination. Lipid deposition in the stomach may result from abnormal lipid metabolism in the gastric mucosa or chronic inflammatory stimulation of the mucosal tissue. Gastric xanthelasma is generally not severe. Some patients may remain asymptomatic and only discover the condition incidentally during routine health checkups. If the condition is mild and no obvious discomfort is present, treatment may not be necessary immediately. However, if the condition is more severe or multiple lipid deposits are present, it could indicate underlying diseases such as gastritis or xanthoma (yellow tumor), and it is recommended to visit a hospital for further evaluation. Once the exact cause is identified, targeted treatment should be initiated. With active and appropriate treatment, this condition is usually curable.
If the above issues occur, prompt medical consultation is advised to determine an appropriate treatment approach. Patients should ensure adequate rest during treatment and avoid excessive fatigue and staying up late. Diet should be light and easy to digest. Avoid raw, cold, spicy, and irritating foods such as fried chicken, deep-fried dough sticks (youtiao), and chili peppers. Additionally, smoking and alcohol consumption should be discontinued.
