What medicine should you take for persimmon stones?
Recently, persimmon stones have become one of the hotly discussed health topics on the Internet. Many netizens have experienced gastric discomfort after eating persimmons, and have even been diagnosed with persimmon stones, and have asked about treatment methods. This article will combine the popular discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with detailed answers to the causes, symptoms and drug treatment options for persimmon stones.
1. What is persimmon stone?

Persimmon stones are hard lumps formed by the combination of tannins rich in persimmons and gastric acid after eating them on an empty stomach or after excessive consumption. Common symptoms include stomach pain, bloating, nausea, etc., which may lead to intestinal obstruction in severe cases.
| Symptoms | frequency of occurrence |
|---|---|
| Upper abdominal pain | 85% |
| nausea and vomiting | 62% |
| Loss of appetite | 58% |
| abdominal bloating | 47% |
2. Drug treatment plan for persimmon stones
Based on clinical research and physician recommendations, the following are common drug treatments:
| drug type | Representative medicine | Mechanism of action |
|---|---|---|
| Gastrointestinal motility drugs | Domperidone, Mosapride | Accelerate the passage of stones |
| Acid suppressant | Omeprazole, rabeprazole | Reduce gastric acid secretion |
| Antispasmodics | Anisodamine, belladonna tablets | Relieve stomach cramps |
| sodium bicarbonate | baking soda flakes | Dissolve stones |
3. Precautions for preventing persimmon stones
1. Avoid eating persimmons on an empty stomach
2. Do not eat with high-protein foods
3. Control the amount of food consumed, no more than 1-2 pieces per day
4. The elderly and those with weak gastrointestinal function should eat with caution
4. Answers to hotly discussed questions on the Internet
Q: Can persimmon stones be passed out on its own?
A: Stones with a diameter less than 2cm can usually pass by themselves within 1-2 weeks, but they need to be treated with medication.
Q: Can drinking cola dissolve persimmon stones?
A: The cola therapy circulated on the Internet lacks scientific basis, and it is not recommended to try it blindly.
| Treatment | efficient | Applicable situations |
|---|---|---|
| drug treatment | 78% | Small and medium sized stones |
| Endoscopic treatment | 92% | Larger stones |
| surgical treatment | 100% | Complicated intestinal obstruction |
5. Doctor’s advice
1. Seek medical attention promptly if symptoms occur
2. Do not take folk remedies on your own
3. Maintain a light diet during treatment
4. Regular check-ups to ensure complete passage of stones
Recent data shows that persimmon stone cases increase significantly in autumn. A tertiary hospital in Beijing received 37 patients with persimmon stones in October, an increase of 210% from the previous month. Experts remind the public to pay attention to a healthy diet and eat persimmons scientifically.
The content of this article combines medical professional information and recent hot Internet discussions, hoping to provide help to friends who are troubled by persimmon stones. If symptoms persist or worsen, please seek medical advice promptly.
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