Patient's question:
I have gastritis and Helicobacter pylori. After the treatment to kill the bacteria, the doctor prescribed medication for me to take at home. However, I have now started my period and am unsure if taking these medications will interfere. What should I do about my gastritis and Helicobacter pylori?Doctor's answer:
It's essential to focus on killing Helicobacter pylori, and at least these four medications should be taken for two weeks. Don't stop taking them just because your period comes. However, the four medications we commonly use are: Rabeprazole, Clarithromycin, Potassium Bicarbonate Citrate. I feel that these four medications are much weaker than the four you are taking. It's crucial to pay attention to dietary hygiene. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, eat warm meals instead of cold ones, and keep your abdomen warm to prevent chills. Additionally, during the treatment for gastric diseases, the patient's dietary condition and care are also very important. Patients should take digestive vitamins, prevent stomach issues, and maintain a light diet to avoid unnecessary harm.