Patient's question:
Due to the severe depletion of stomach yin leading to chronic gastritis, what should be paid attention to in diet? What medicine should be taken?Doctor's answer:
No special attention is needed in diet. Chronic gastritis is generally difficult to cure with medication. Western medicine mainly provides some effects of neutralizing stomach acid, temporarily relieving symptoms. Stomach acid is an digestive fluid, and when neutralized, it may lead to increased secretion. The dilute hydrochloric acid in stomach acid is a strong acid with strong corrosive properties. Therefore, long-term use of western medicine can cause excessive stomach acid secretion, leading to further damage to the gastric mucosa, resulting in prolonged illness and even worsening, with the potential for chronic non-healing or even canceration. Traditional Chinese medicine has accumulated many unique treatment methods through long-term clinical practice. It is recommended to adopt the combination of traditional Chinese medicine ingredients such as Hei Fan (Black Alum), Hei Zao (Black Jujube), Tie Dan Fen (Iron Gall Powder), and Bee Propolis for treatment, which is fast-acting and has a proven therapeutic effect.