Question
I’ve been feeling discomfort in my stomach recently, and I started to have a fever yesterday. I’m wondering about the possible causes and treatment methods.
Answer
Gastritis can be caused by various factors, including improper diet, smoking, and alcohol consumption. It is advisable to avoid irritating foods and medications, and to undergo a triple therapy for gastritis, which involves taking anti-Helicobacter pylori drugs and medications that protect the gastric mucosa simultaneously. Common triple therapies include combinations of bismuth subsalicylate and antibiotics such as amoxicillin, clarithromycin, or tetracycline. It is important to quit smoking and drinking, and to reduce the intake of starchy foods. Consistent treatment can effectively kill Helicobacter pylori and prevent recurrence.