Patient's question:
The elderly are 83 years old, and their stomach has always been bloated. In December 2011, they stayed at Wuxi No. 2 Hospital, but there wasn't much of a specific opinion. It's been many years, and they've also seen other hospitals and taken many different stomach medications. It's a bit like an ulcer, and they never feel hungry. Their stomach feels hard and bloated. How should stomach problems be treated?Doctor's answer:
Older people naturally have weaker gastrointestinal motility, and it becomes even more severe if they also have diabetes. Oral Chinese herbal decoctions can be used for conditioning, but it is essential to go to a formal hospital to ensure proper clinical diagnosis. In some cases, oral Chinese herbal treatments have shown good efficacy in elderly patients. For severe stomach disease patients, it is recommended to seek immediate medical attention and follow the doctor's advice for prompt treatment. Avoid switching to new medications arbitrarily, as this may have the opposite effect on the treatment outcome.