Patient's question:
I have erosive gastritis, large areas in the greater curvature and fundus of the stomach, and Helicobacter pylori. I underwent treatment to eradicate the bacteria in late September, which improved the previous left upper abdominal and left-sided sharp pain, although occasional discomfort still persists. I also have a 3 mm gallbladder polyp, which has not been removed, and four 6 mm colon polyps that have already been removed. A new acute episode of nausea and vomiting led to chronic diarrhea for a year, but my bowel movements have now improved. Recently, I've experienced mild right upper abdominal pain. Is it related to the stomach, or could it be the liver or bile ducts?Doctor's answer:
If there is a recurrence of mild pain in the upper right abdomen, it is generally caused by liver and gallbladder diseases. Gallbladder polyps can also trigger the recurrence of such symptoms. Therefore, if the symptoms are relatively severe, surgical removal can be used for treatment. If the symptoms are mild, oral medication can be used to suppress them. Patients with gastritis can, while understanding symptomatic treatment, use folk remedies as supplementary treatment in daily life. Proper dietary habits should be maintained in daily meals to avoid stimulating foods.