Patient's question:
Having an endoscopy revealed superficial gastritis. I often feel chest tightness and shortness of breath. There's a burning sensation with acid reflux. The doctor said it's acid reflux. Western medicine hasn't been very effective, and my heart and lungs are checked and normal. Should I check my gallbladder? If it's acid reflux symptoms, what methods can be used to treat it?Doctor's answer:
Young male, recurrence of chest tightness accompanied by acid reflux and heartburn, this condition is highly likely to be gastroesophageal reflux disease. Treatment suggestions include taking rabeprazole enteric-coated capsules, mosapride tablets, and aluminum hydroxide magnesium chewable tablets. If necessary, undergo a 24-hour pH impedance test to confirm the diagnosis. Pay attention to diet, avoid greasy, spicy, and extremely cold irritating foods, limit consumption of strong tea and carbonated drinks, and quit smoking and alcohol. In addition to treating gastritis, it is recommended that patients pay attention to diet in daily life and maintain a cheerful mood to enhance physical fitness and slow down the recovery process.