Patient's question:
My stomach has never been good. I can't eat cold or spicy food. I often get bloating and stomach pain, so I always buy some medicine from the pharmacy to take casually. Yesterday, after dinner, my stomach kept hurting, and I broke into a sweat. So I went to the pet hospital and got an injection. This morning, it still hurts a bit, so I think it's better to go to a big hospital for a thorough check-up to feel more at ease.Hello, for gastritis, which department should I see?
Doctor's answer:
I went to the hospital to see a gastroenterologist for gastritis. Gastritis is related to excessive gastric acid secretion and bacterial infection, as well as dietary irritation that damages the gastric mucosa, which can easily lead to congestion and edema of the gastric mucosa. In severe cases, it may cause gastric ulcers and bleeding. It can also lead to stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Regular public hospitals can conduct thorough examinations in the internal medicine department. During the examination, fasting is required. Additionally, medications such as those that protect the gastric mucosa, inhibit gastric acid secretion, reduce inflammation, and provide nutritional support can be prescribed for treatment.