Causes of Chronic, Treatment-Resistant Gastric Disorders
Disease description:
My gastric condition frequently recurs and remains unresolved despite prolonged treatment, causing me great distress. What are the reasons for a gastric condition that persists despite long-term treatment?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Persistent or recurrent gastric disorders may be associated with numerous factors. Inadequate or nonstandard medication use is one possible cause—for instance, failing to follow the physician’s instructions regarding treatment duration or arbitrarily discontinuing medications during symptom flare-ups, thereby compromising therapeutic efficacy. Recurrent *Helicobacter pylori* infection is another potential contributor, as this bacterium can damage the gastric mucosa. Additionally, poor dietary habits—such as irregular meal schedules and frequent consumption of spicy foods—may also play a role.
