Do you know the treatment methods and management of gastritis?

Unlike usual, I felt a burning sensation and tightness in my stomach, lost my appetite, and had trouble digesting properly. After a gastroenterology examination, I was diagnosed with gastritis. I will share the treatment methods for gastritis and preventive measures afterward.

 

1. What is gastritis?

 

Gastritis literally refers to a condition where inflammation occurs in the stomach lining.

 

What are the symptoms of gastritis?

 

I was diagnosed with gastritis for the first time this time, and it is said to be acute gastritis. The symptoms of acute gastritis include bloating and gas after meals, stomach pain on an empty stomach, heartburn, a feeling of fullness, dry heaving, and abdominal bloating.

 

What are the treatment methods for gastritis?

 

The first step in treating gastritis is medication. To relieve heartburn, antacids that neutralize stomach acid, proton pump inhibitors that reduce acid secretion, and mucosal protectants that coat the stomach lining can be used.

 

 

4. What are the dietary therapies for treating gastritis?

 

For the treatment of gastritis, medication is of course important, but above all, dietary therapy is the most crucial. Avoid excessive fasting and eat regularly. Also, refrain from spicy, salty, greasy foods, coffee, and carbonated drinks, which are irritating. Especially, drinking coffee and carbonated drinks on an empty stomach poses a high risk of damaging the stomach lining. Additionally, excessive stress can cause decreased gastrointestinal function, so managing stress well is important. Furthermore, lying down immediately after meals can cause acid reflux, so it is better to move lightly and take a walk after eating.

 

5. What are the essential treatments for recurrent gastritis?

 

If you frequently experience recurrent gastritis and undergo treatment often, the most important thing is to perform an endoscopy to diagnose the disease early. I also regularly undergo endoscopy every two years. If you have a weak stomach and often suffer from indigestion, be sure to get an endoscopy regularly.

 

I shared information about treating gastritis. If you diligently manage your diet regularly, you probably won't develop stomach problems. It's difficult, but managing diet and stress is important!