How to treat chronic atrophic gastritis with intestinal metaplasia?

Written by Si Li Li
Gastroenterology
Updated on January 23, 2025
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The treatment of chronic atrophic gastritis with intestinal metaplasia mainly includes the following aspects:

The first is general treatment. Firstly, the diet should be light and easily digestible, avoiding spicy, stimulating, fried, grilled, cold, and sweet foods. It is important to exercise regularly and avoid emotions such as anxiety and depression.

The second is the treatment against Helicobacter pylori, including a proton pump inhibitor plus two antibiotics, and a bismuth agent, with a treatment course of 14 days. Additionally, medications that promote gastric motility and protect the gastric mucosa are used.

The fourth involves endoscopic treatments, including endoscopic APC treatment or endoscopic mucosal resection.

The fifth, combining traditional Chinese medicine, differentiating syndrome treatments and oral herbal medicines, can also achieve good effects.

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Can chronic atrophic gastritis be cured?

Chronic atrophic gastritis is primarily a chronic digestive system disease caused by atypical hyperplasia. It is mainly characterized by upper abdominal dull pain, bloating, loss of appetite, weight loss, anemia, etc., and lacks specificity. It is a disease caused by multiple pathogenic factors and is a precancerous lesion. There are many causes, including Helicobacter pylori infection and dietary factors, among others. Moreover, treatment for atrophic gastritis can be targeted based on the specific condition, clinical symptoms, and auxiliary examinations.

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What medicine should be taken for atrophic gastritis with erosion?

Chronic atrophic gastritis with erosion requires drug treatment based on the specific symptoms of the patient and whether there is a Helicobacter pylori infection. The infection rate of Helicobacter pylori is very high, often exceeding 50%, so it is also necessary to check for Helicobacter pylori infection in cases of chronic atrophic gastritis. If there is a Helicobacter pylori infection, antibacterial treatment is needed, typically employing a quadruple therapy. If there is no Helicobacter pylori infection, symptomatic treatment is generally used. Common treatments include protecting the gastric mucosa, suppressing gastric acid, and enhancing gastric motility, among others. Additionally, it is important to pay attention to daily diet and lifestyle habits, focusing on light and easy-to-digest foods, and avoiding raw, greasy, spicy, and irritating foods; quitting smoking and drinking can also be helpful. (Specific medication usage should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can atrophic gastritis eat rock candy?

Patients with atrophic gastritis should not eat rock sugar. The main symptoms of atrophic gastritis include upper abdominal distension and pain, belching, acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, and indigestion. A gastroscopy can reveal the atrophy of gastric mucosal glands, which can diagnose atrophic gastritis. The treatment primarily involves fighting Helicobacter pylori, suppressing acid and protecting the stomach, enhancing gastric motility, and repairing the gastric mucosa. Dietary considerations are crucial; one must quit smoking and drinking, avoid strong tea and coffee, and refrain from consuming spicy, fried, raw, cold, sweet foods, and barbecued items. Rock sugar, being a sweet food, must be strictly avoided as sweet foods can increase gastric acid secretion, leading to stomach mucosa irritation and worsening of the condition. Therefore, patients with atrophic gastritis should not consume rock sugar.

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Is non-atrophic gastritis serious?

Chronic non-atrophic gastritis, which is commonly referred to as chronic superficial gastritis, is considered one of the milder upper gastrointestinal diseases. Endoscopic examinations usually show localized mucosal congestion and edema, which are not severe. The main cause is likely due to Helicobacter pylori infection, which can be effectively treated with antibacterial therapy. Other factors, such as exposure to cold or inappropriate dietary habits, as well as smoking and alcohol consumption, can also lead to this condition. Therefore, it is essential to pay attention to one’s dietary and living habits and try to avoid spicy and greasy foods and alcoholic beverages to prevent major issues.

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What fruits should be avoided with atrophic gastritis?

The main dietary restrictions for atrophic gastritis include quitting smoking and drinking. It is important to eat less salty and overly hot foods, and to avoid spicy and irritating foods. In addition, patients should avoid coarse foods and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins. They should eat regularly, have small frequent meals, chew slowly, and maintain a pleasant mood. Patients with atrophic gastritis should maintain a regular diet and have periodic gastroscopy check-ups, as there is a potential for malignancy in atrophic gastritis patients.