Patient's question:
Old stomach problems have been around for many years, and it seems to have worsened in the past two years. My stomach hurts after eating, so I had an endoscopy. The doctor said it was chronic superficial gastritis, but many of the symptoms are very similar to a stomach ulcer. Also, the pain gets severe during spring and autumn. How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Considering gastritis or ulcer disease, it is recommended to undergo further gastroscopy for diagnosis. Generally, chronic gastritis patients should first visit the hospital for a follow-up examination to determine the exact cause of the disease, and then decide on appropriate medication based on the etiology. Gastric ulcers cause significant harm to patients. Once symptoms are detected, it is important to seek medical attention promptly while also paying close attention to dietary issues, with a focus on light and easily digestible foods. It is hoped that gastric ulcer patients can receive professional treatment.