Q It gets better with treatment, but my stomach burns again under stress like exams or presentations. How do you manage stress-induced gastritis?
A The stomach and brain are closely connected via the autonomic nervous system, so stress alone can disrupt acid secretion and mucosal blood flow. A Korean medicine approach that calms the stress response along with stomach recovery treatment is effective.
Detailed Answer
When you tense up, the autonomic nervous system gets excited, acid secretion increases, and blood flow to the stomach lining decreases, delaying recovery. That's why many people have recurring gastritis symptoms in every stressful situation. Treating only the stomach separately doesn't catch it well; you must also manage the body's response to tension itself for stability.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Korean medicine treatment has strengths in recovering the weakened stomach lining and simultaneously calming an autonomic nervous system that overreacts to stress. Building a foundation so the stomach is less shaken even in stressful situations like exams or work is the key to recurrence prevention.
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