How to treat mild pyloric obstruction

Jun 07, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
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How to treat mild pyloric obstruction

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Dr. Shen Yonghua
The treatment of mild pyloric obstruction mainly includes the following aspects: 1. **Drug therapy**: If the pyloric obstruction is caused by Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotics such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin can be used. Prokinetic agents may also help alleviate symptoms of pyloric obstruction. 2. **General management**: Dietary adjustments are important. Patients should avoid irritating, spicy, and greasy foods, and are advised to consume low-residue and semi-liquid diets. Nutritional support should be strengthened by providing high-calorie, easily digestible food orally or intravenously to maintain the patient's nutritional status. 3. **Surgical treatment**: For patients with mild pyloric obstruction who do not respond to medical therapy or whose symptoms progressively worsen, surgical options such as pyloromyotomy may be considered.