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However, AGD induced by excessive consumption of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has not been previously reported.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Patient concerns<\/jats:title>A 40-year-old male with a history of chronic dyspepsia presented to the emergency department with recurrent vomiting. Over the 3 days prior to admission, he self-reported consuming approximately 3.5 liters of TCM liquid (about 1.1\u20131.3 liters per day). This attempt to alleviate his chronic dyspepsia symptoms failed to show the expected therapeutic effect. The patient denied experiencing headache, dizziness, chest pain, palpitations, abdominal pain, or diarrhea.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Diagnosis<\/jats:title>Abdominal CT revealed significant gastric distension, and subsequent endoscopy showed pyloric ulcer with stenosis, gastric retention, chronic atrophic gastritis, and a relaxed cardia. Laboratory investigations indicated metabolic alkalosis, electrolyte imbalances, and signs of tissue hypoxia.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Interventions<\/jats:title>The patient was immediately managed with nasogastric tube decompression, anti-infection therapy, gastric mucosal protection, fluid resuscitation, parenteral nutritional support, fasting, and gastrointestinal decompression.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Outcomes<\/jats:title>The patient\u2019s symptoms and signs notably improved after these interventions. A follow-up CT scan demonstrated improved gastric dilation. At a 4-week follow-up, the patient reported complete resolution of vomiting and resumed normal oral intake. Repeat endoscopy showed healed pyloric ulcers and improved gastric motility. No adverse events (e.g., rehospitalization or medication intolerance) were reported during a 3-month follow-up period.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Conclusion<\/jats:title>This case highlights the necessity of including AGD in the differential diagnosis for patients presenting with frequent vomiting after excessive consumption of TCM. It underscores the importance of thorough evaluation to prevent misdiagnosis and severe complications. 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