There are no special requirements for sleeping positions for patients with atrophic gastritis.
Atrophic is a relatively common type of gastritis, patients can show epigastric distension, nausea, acid reflux, belching and other clinical symptoms, the cause of its pathogenesis is mainly related to the patient’s genes, dietary habits and Helicobacter pylori infection.
There are no studies that show a direct relationship between atrophic gastritis and the patient’s sleeping position, but for the protection of the patient’s cervical vertebrae, it is recommended that the patient’s pillow height should not be too high.
Patients with atrophic gastritis should try to adjust their dietary habits while actively cooperating with their doctors for treatment, avoiding spicy and stimulating foods, eating more vegetables and fruits, and paying attention to regular review of gastroscopy.