Patient's question:
I am a diabetic with three years of experience, and I have been doing quite well with my control. A few days ago, I felt uncomfortable in my stomach and asked my daughter to take me to the hospital. After a thorough examination, the doctor said that I also have superficial gastritis and esophagitis. This means that I now have three conditions at the same time. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
For superficial gastritis and esophagitis, it is necessary to avoid various irritating foods. At the same time, it is important to prevent eating foods that are too hard, too acidic, too spicy, too cold, too hot, or excessively rough. It is advisable to choose foods that are easier to digest and minimize the use of cooking methods such as deep-frying and pan-frying. The diet should be light, soft, and tender. Otherwise, meals should be regular, with fixed quantities and times, avoiding overeating. It is essential to develop good eating habits to reduce pressure on the stomach. In fact, having gastritis is not frightening. Patients should believe in their ability to overcome the illness. As long as treatment is timely in the early stages, the chances of alleviating the condition and recovering are very high.