Patient's question:
My stomach often doesn't feel well. After checking, they said it's stomach acid. I'd like to ask how it should be treated?Doctor's answer:
From the symptoms of stomach acid and heartburn, it can be preliminarily diagnosed as gastroesophageal reflux disease. This condition can be managed through dietary control, meaning avoid overeating and minimize the consumption of spicy and irritating foods. If dietary control is not effective, it may be necessary to take acid-reducing medications long-term. In daily life, avoid eating raw, cold, and difficult-to-digest foods. Maintain regular and scheduled bowel movements, and opt for small, frequent meals when needed. This can reduce free stomach acid and alleviate its erosion on the stomach.Additionally, developing the habit of chewing food slowly and thoroughly is beneficial. It's important to understand that having stomach acid is not necessarily (terrible). Patients should believe in their ability to overcome the illness. As long as treatment is timely in the early stages, the chances of stabilizing the condition and achieving recovery are very high.