Patient's question:
I have had an endoscopy of the stomach and the result was: chronic superficial gastritis. A Chinese medicine practitioner said I have kidney deficiency. How should chronic superficial gastritis and kidney deficiency be treated? Can they be treated simultaneously?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of chronic superficial gastritis Currently, there is no specific medication for the treatment of chronic superficial gastritis. It is generally recommended that asymptomatic individuals do not require treatment, while symptomatic individuals can be given appropriate medication based on the etiology, pathology, and clinical diagnostic symptoms. Prevention is also a key aspect of managing chronic superficial gastritis. Therefore, it is important to avoid mental stress, quit smoking, limit alcohol consumption, and avoid foods that are harsh on the stomach.Dietary recommendations for chronic superficial gastritis Patients with chronic superficial gastritis should follow a light diet and may benefit from traditional Chinese medicine to regulate their condition. Since my gastritis is quite severe, I also pay close attention to dietary issues and avoid spicy foods to prevent worsening the condition.