Patient's question:
Why do chronic gastritis and Helicobacter pylori keep recurring?Doctor's answer:
Helicobacter pylori is the main cause of chronic gastritis. Chronic gastritis falls under the category of long-term stomach problems, and it is often difficult to cure with conventional medication. If not treated correctly, it can recur repeatedly or worsen over time. Standard treatment methods only provide temporary relief and do not achieve complete self-healing. The condition is prone to relapse, and some stomach medications may even exacerbate the damage to the gastric mucosa, leading to prolonged treatment without improvement or further deterioration. It is recommended to use traditional Chinese herbs such as Hei Fan (Chinese pitch), Hei Zao (black jujube), Walnuts, Zhizi (Gardenia), Fu Ling (Poria), Sha Ren (Cardamom), Hou Pu (Magnolia bark), and San Ling.