Stomachache, also known as epigastric pain, refers to a digestive tract disorder characterized primarily by pain in the upper abdomen around the stomach area, often near the heart窝. There are two main causes of stomachache: one is due to worries and anger that lead to a disorder of liver qi, which invades the stomach, hence the treatment focuses on soothing the liver and regulating qi; the other is due to a lack of spleen transportation, causing the stomach to lose its harmonious descending function, for which warm and tonifying methods are suitable to restore the function of the spleen and stomach. For moxibustion therapy for stomach diseases, select 3-4 acupoints from the following list and persist in the treatment over the long term for conditioning purposes. (Note: The term "heart窝" seems to be a typographical error as "窝" means "nest" in English and does not fit in the context. It is likely meant to be "heartburn" or simply "heart area" which refers to the epigastric region.)
It is recommended to perform moxibustion once a day, targeting 2 to 3 acupoints each time, with each acupoint being treated for 30 to 40 minutes. Rotate the points treated, with a 10-day period constituting one course of treatment, and then rest for 2 to 3 days before continuing with the next course. (If time permits and there is a need, more acupoints can be treated with moxibustion. The specific duration should be adjusted according to one's own physical needs.)
Stomach diseases are managed with the principle of "thirty percent treatment and seventy percent nourishment." During episodes of stomach pain, it is important to focus on a light and easily digestible diet. After recovery, it is also crucial to develop good eating habits and avoid overeating or binge eating.