Patient's question:
Started around age 14.5, stomach discomfort, had many thorough examinations. When younger, from the pediatric department, the internal medicine department diagnosed Helicobacter pylori. Took medicine for a year and a half, but it didn't get better. Later, the gastroenterology department prescribed some medicine, which slightly improved. The pain wasn't as constant as before, so it's now said to be a few times a week. But cannot eat garlic or onions—once you do, you'll definitely have pain at night. Burping also has a garlic-like taste. For a while, it was fine, but recently at 18, it's started hurting again. In the morning, diarrhea; at 11 a.m., 4 p.m., and at night—it starts hurting again. Eating a little makes you full, easy to burp, and bad odor. About a year and a half ago, a barium meal test was done, but not a gastroscopy. The doctor said there was nothing serious. For a while, considered doing a gastroscopy, but the doctor said I'm too young and it would harm my body, and there wasn't anything serious. Due to training reasons, rest times may be irregular—usually around 1 a.m. Resting due to training often involves sitting for long periods, hunching over.Doctor, what condition do my stomach and intestines have now? Should I go to the hospital for a detailed examination? If medication is needed, what kind of medicine should I take? Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
I'm glad to be of service to you. Based on your description, this situation is likely closely related to your psychological issues. Generally speaking, this situation is more likely caused by psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. Therefore, adjusting your mood and regulating with traditional Chinese medicine can be very effective. Don't worry excessively every day.This is the advice for the question "It started back when I was 14.5 years old." I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!