What to do about chronic superficial gastritis

Jul 01, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have had long-term stomach pain and distension, with the pain worsening after meals. A gastroscopy revealed gastritis, specifically chronic superficial gastritis. What should I do?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
For the treatment and management of chronic superficial gastritis, the following measures can be taken: 1. **Medication**: Based on symptoms and whether Helicobacter pylori infection is present, appropriate medications such as acid-suppressing agents, antibiotics, and medications that protect the gastric mucosa may be selected to control inflammation and relieve symptoms. 2. **General Management**: Improve lifestyle habits by avoiding overeating, maintaining regular meal times and portion sizes, quitting smoking and alcohol consumption, and reducing intake of irritating foods to reduce the burden on the stomach. 3. **Acupuncture Therapy**: Under the guidance of a qualified physician, acupuncture at specific points such as Stomach Shu (ST21) and Spleen Shu (SP20) can be used to improve deficiency-cold in the spleen and stomach and promote recovery. 4. **Dietary Adjustment**: Consume more soft, easily digestible foods such as tofu and carrots, increase nutrient intake, maintain regular eating habits, chew food thoroughly, and eat smaller meals more frequently. 5. **Psychological Adjustment**: Maintain a cheerful mood and avoid prolonged mental stress or depression, which may negatively affect gastrointestinal function.