Chronic gastric ulcer, what to do?

Chronic gastric ulcer is a very common gastrointestinal disease. If the stomach pain caused by gastric ulcer is very uncomfortable, patients with chronic gastric ulcer should pay attention to rest, ensure adequate sleep, eat a reasonable and nutritious diet, and have a regular diet to avoid the occurrence of gastric ulcer.

1. What to do with chronic gastric ulcer

During a gastric ulcer attack, pay attention to quiet rest and ensure adequate sleep. Ensure proper nutrition, eat regularly or eat small and frequent meals, limit or prohibit coffee, tea, alcohol, tobacco, chili peppers, etc., and be cautious when taking milk (not on an empty stomach), acidic foods or drinks.

During the attack period, you can consider eating more easily digestible foods. If there is gastric bleeding, you should consider eating liquid food. Keep a good mood and deal with life or work pressure reasonably. Be cautious when taking any antipyretic and analgesic medicines you bring with you. Get moderate physical exercise. Peptic ulcer is a chronic disease. Before getting an accurate diagnosis, you must go to the hospital for a clear diagnosis. In the early stage of the disease, reasonable treatment must be carried out under the guidance of a doctor. After the condition stabilizes or improves, appropriate self-treatment can be carried out. However, medical treatment must be sought in the following situations:

1. Anyone who has been diagnosed with peptic ulcer and has recently developed any of the following symptoms must seek medical attention: weakness, pale complexion, black or tarry stools, vomiting coffee-like substances, etc.;

2. With the same medication, the condition (mainly pain) is not controlled but worsens;

3. The pain worsens and moves to the back;

4. Patients over 50 years old should visit the doctor for regular check-ups.

2. Prevention

1. Chew slowly and avoid eating in a hurry. Chewing can increase the secretion of saliva, which can dilute and neutralize gastric acid and improve the mucosal barrier.

2. Eat regularly at regular times to maintain the rhythm of normal digestive activity;

3. During the acute active phase, it is advisable to eat small and frequent meals, 4 to 5 times a day, but once the symptoms are under control, it should be encouraged to quickly return to the usual three meals a day;

4. Pay attention to nutrition in your diet, but there is no need to prescribe a special diet;

5. Avoid snacking between meals and do not eat before going to bed.