Patient's question:
The day before yesterday, I went to a gathering with friends and drank a bit too much. After getting home, I even threw up. Over the past couple of days, my stomach hasn't been feeling well. I always feel bloated with gas and also have stomach acid. I'd like to ask how to deal with bloating, gas, and stomach acid?Doctor's answer:
There are several reasons that can cause stomach bloating, and the causes and treatment methods for each type of stomach bloating are different.The first type of stomach bloating, bloating after meals, is an expression of impaired gastrointestinal function. Treatment should focus on tonifying the spleen and stomach as the foundation.
The second type of stomach bloating, bloating accompanied by dry mouth, bitter taste, and belching during daily life, is an expression of liver qi stagnation and the stomach's inability to generate downward movement. Treatment should focus on soothing the liver and resolving stagnation, with emphasis on regulating the liver.
The third type of stomach bloating, bloating that worsens after meals during daily life, is an expression of a combination of liver qi stagnation and impaired gastrointestinal function. A pulse diagnosis should be conducted, along with an assessment of height, weight, appetite, food intake, and bowel movements, to identify the primary and secondary issues before medication is prescribed. The focus should be on resolving the liver and spleen.
The fourth type of stomach bloating, bloating and pain triggered by cold or coolness, requires treatment based on warming the middle and dispelling cold. It is essential to analyze the symptoms and physical signs in detail, and necessary examinations should be performed to clarify the condition.