Patient's question:
When I was young, I was a taxi driver. Because of the constant need to pick up passengers, my dinner time was very irregular. Sometimes, I would just casually have a meal and consider it done in a day. Now, I sometimes experience abdominal pain, and when I went for treatment, they said it was gastritis and that I needed hospital treatment.Doctor's answer:
Acute simple gastritis has a simple cause and is not complicated to treat. As long as the following measures are implemented for first aid, recovery can be achieved quickly.(1) Rest in bed and stop all foods and medications that may harm the stomach.
(2) Encourage fluid intake. Due to excessive fluid loss from nausea, vomiting, and dry heaves, patients should drink as much water as possible under any circumstances to replenish lost fluids. A sugary saltwater solution (a small amount of sugar and salt added to plain water) is recommended. Avoid drinks with high sugar content to prevent excessive acid production and abdominal pain. For severe gastritis patients, it is advised to seek medical attention immediately and follow the doctor's guidance for prompt treatment. Do not blindly rely on advertisements or over-the-counter medications for self-treatment.