Gastritis

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• What is gastritis?
• What causes gastritis?
• What are the symptoms of gastritis?
• How is gastritis diagnosed?
• What is the treatment for gastritis?

What is gastritis?

Gastritis is not a single disease, but several different conditions that all have inflammation of the stomach lining.

What causes gastritis?

Gastritis can be caused by drinking too much alcohol, prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin or ibuprofen, or infection with bacteria such as Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Sometimes gastritis develops after major surgery, traumatic injury, burns, or severe infections. Certain diseases, such as pernicious anemia, autoimmune disorders, and chronic bile reflux, can cause gastritis as well.

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