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Chronic gastritis is inflammation of the lining of the stomach that persists for a long time.
Alternative NamesChronic gastritis
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsChronic gastritis may be caused by prolonged irritation from the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), infection with the bacteria Helicobacter pylori, pernicious anemia(an autoimmune disorder), degeneration of the lining of the stomach from age, or chronic bile reflux.
Symptoms- Upper abdominal pain, possibly made worse by eating
- Dark stools
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Vomiting bloodor coffee-ground like material
Many people with chronic gastritis have no symptoms of the condition.
Signs and tests- Complete blood count (CBC) showing anemia
- EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) and biopsy showing gastritis
- Stool guaiac test to check for blood in the stools
Treatment depends on the specific cause. Some of the causes will disappear over time.
Medications known to cause gastritis should be discontinued.
Medications to neutralize stomach acid or decrease its production will usually eliminate the symptoms and promote healing.
Antibiotics are used to treat chronic gastritis caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori.
Gastritis caused by pernicious anemia is treated with vitamin B12.
Expectations (prognosis)The outlook depends on the cause, but is usually good.
ComplicationsLoss of blood and increased risk of gastric cancer are potential complications.
Calling your health care providerCall your health care provider if symptoms of gastritis do not improve with treatment. Call your health care provider if you are vomiting blood or producing bloody stools.
PreventionAvoid use of aspirin or NSAIDs if you are prone to gastritis.
ReferencesKuipers, E. Acid peptic disease. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D. Cecil Textbook of Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 141.
What else can I help you with?
Is gastritis an acute or chronic inflammation of the stomach?
Yes, gastritis is inflammation of the stomach. Gastritis may be acute or chronic.
What is erythematous gastritis?
An inflammation of the stomach is called gastritis. Gastritis can either be acuter chronic, and there is medication that can help with pain.
What is erythematous exudative gastritis?
An inflammation of the stomach is called gastritis. Gastritis can either be acuter chronic, and there is medication that can help with pain.
Can chronic gastritis be cured?
yes it can be cure.
What causes nonerosive H. pylori gastritis?
Under current theory, the main cause of true gastritis is H. pylori infection, which is found in an average of 90% of patients with chronic gastritis.
What research has been done on gastritis?
Studies were also underway to determine the role of H. pylori and resulting chronic gastritis in the development of gastric cancers.
A disease in which the stomach fails to secrete its normal gastric juices and eventually atrophies is?
Chronic atrophic gastritis
What is chronic non specific gastritis?
Chronic non-specific gastritis is a long-term inflammation of the stomach lining without a clear identifiable cause. It is characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, and indigestion, but can also be asymptomatic. This condition is often associated with factors like chronic alcohol use, stress, or certain medications, and it may lead to changes in the stomach lining over time. Diagnosis typically involves endoscopy and biopsy to rule out other gastritis types or gastrointestinal disorders.
Does constipation and stomach pains on your lower left side relate to each other?
it may be symptom of chronic gastritis, for most of the chronic gastritis patients are also constipating having pain at the left side of upper abdomen. barium meal x-ray or an endoscopy may be sugested to confirm or rule out same.
What causes erosive and hemorrhagic gastritis?
The patient's clinical history may be particularly important in the diagnosis of this type of gastritis, since its cause is most often the result of chronic use of NSAIDs, alcoholism, or abuse of other substances.
What is prepyloric gastritis?
pPrepyloric gastritis
What is an aggravating factor for chronic gastritis?
An aggravating factor for chronic gastritis is the prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which can irritate the stomach lining and exacerbate inflammation. Other factors include excessive alcohol consumption, which can damage the mucosal barrier, and infection with Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium that contributes to gastric inflammation. Stress and smoking may also worsen symptoms and contribute to the progression of the condition.
