"What Causes Occasional Stomach Acidity?"

Occasional gastric acidity may be caused by improper diet, medication factors, tobacco and alcohol stimulation, gastritis, liver cirrhosis, and other reasons. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, and receive targeted general and pharmacological treatments under the guidance of a doctor. Details are as follows:

1. Improper Diet

Consuming excessive amounts of acidic or stimulating substances such as coffee, tea, spicy foods can lead to increased gastric acid secretion, resulting in symptoms of excessive gastric acidity. It is recommended to eat light and easily digestible foods like millet porridge and noodles, and to increase the intake of alkaline foods like seaweed, celery, and carrots, which can neutralize gastric acid and alleviate symptoms.

2. Medication Factors

Pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory medications like Ibuprofen Sustained Release Capsules and Aspirin Capsules may irritate the gastric mucosa, leading to increased gastric acid secretion. It is advised to take these medications after meals or consult a doctor to adjust the dosage.

3. Tobacco and Alcohol Stimulation

Harmful substances in tobacco and alcohol can damage the gastric mucosa, resulting in excessive gastric acid secretion. Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol to reduce irritation and damage to the gastric mucosa. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a doctor and consider medications like Omeprazole Enteric-coated Capsules, Pantoprazole Sodium Enteric-coated Tablets, or Rabeprazole Sodium Enteric-coated Tablets to inhibit gastric acid.

4. Gastritis

Gastritis can lead to excessive gastric acid secretion or weakened gastric mucosal barrier function. Medications like Omeprazole Enteric-coated Capsules, Hydrotalcite Chewable Tablets, and Teprenone Capsules may be prescribed to alleviate symptoms under the guidance of a doctor.

5. Liver Cirrhosis

Increased abdominal pressure due to portal hypertension in liver cirrhosis can transmit fluid from the gastrointestinal tract to the esophagus, stimulating gastric acid secretion. Lamivudine Tablets, Telbivudine Tablets, and Compound Bifendate Tablets may be prescribed to treat the underlying liver cirrhosis.

Other possible causes include diabetes and gastric cancer. During treatment, patients should quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption, avoiding prolonged static postures, especially lying down or bending, which can increase the risk of gastric acid reflux.