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Digestive Health
Question #18880
67 days ago
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gastric hospital - #18880

Arjun

I am really worried about my dad right now. He was admitted to a gastric hospital last week after having terrible stomach pains, and honestly, it’s been a rollercoaster since then. The doctors said it might be some kind of gastric issue but they haven’t really given us a clear answer yet. They did some tests, like an endoscopy, and found inflammation, but what does that mean? He's been feeling nauseous and keeps saying how bloated he is. They started him on some medication, but like, he’s not really improving and I’m scared because we’re not sure how long we’re gonna be in this gastric hospital. I’ve been googling things like “gastric pain causes” and “gastric inflammation treatment,” but it’s all so overwhelming. What should we expect from here? Are there any specific dietary changes he should be making? I feel like the doctors don’t have great communication skills, and I just want to make sure we’re not missing anything crucial. Is there any advice from experienced doctors on what we can do to help him feel better quickly? Thanks in advance for any help!

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Inflammation found during your dad’s endoscopy suggests a condition like gastritis, which involves irritation of the stomach lining. This can have various causes, such as infections (like H. pylori), excessive use of NSAIDs, stress, or alcohol consumption. Understanding the underlying cause is vital for effective management. Since they started him on medication, it’s likely they’ve provided something like proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to reduce stomach acid and allow healing. It can take a bit of time for these medications to show significant improvement, so it’s not uncommon for symptoms like nausea and bloating to persist initially. As for dietary changes, it can help to focus on a bland diet with easy-to-digest foods like oatmeal, bananas, rice, and boiled vegetables. Avoiding irritants such as spicy foods, alcohol, caffeine, and carbonated beverages can also prevent aggravating the stomach lining. Eating smaller, more frequent meals rather than three large ones may ease his discomfort too. Staying well-hydrated is also crucial, as nausea and these symptoms can lead to dehydration. Communication can be tricky, but it might help to ask his doctors direct questions about the diagnosis and treatment plan based on their findings. If H. pylori infection is identified as a cause, antibiotics may be required alongside acid suppression therapy. Red-flag symptoms you should watch out for include severe or worsening pain, blood in vomit or stool, sudden weight loss, or any new or severe symptoms — these should be reported to his doctors immediately. Patience is key, and while it can be slow, improvement is often gradual in these cases. Always ensure any changes you’re considering are discussed with his medical team to keep his treatment plan coordinated and safe.

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