Chronic gastritis
Diagnosis of chronic gastritits
How is chronic gastritis diagnosed?
- Test for Helicobacter pylori
- Full blood count
- Fibrogastroscopy (a tube equipped with a small camera at one end, introduced through the mouth into the stomach in order to observe the mucosa of the stomach.)
Introduction
Chronic gastritis is an inflammation of the mucosa (lining) of the stomach which persists for a prolonged period of time, and thus leads to abdominal pain.
Causes of chronic gastritis
Causes of chronic gastritis are nutritive factors, alcohol consumption, the presence of Helicobacter pylori, smoking, certain medication, poisoning at the workplace, fungal gastritis, hypovitaminosis, etc.
Symptoms of chronic gastritis
Some of the symptoms of chronic gastritis are: pain in the epigastric region (upper abdomen), loss of appetite, weight loss, heartburn, indigestion, bloating, etc. You should immediately refer to a medical professional if: you are vomiting blood, you have a very rapid heartbeat or other mentioned symptoms.
Diagnosis of chronic gastritits
Chronic gastritis is diagnosed by doing: test for Helicobacter pylori, full blood count and fibrogastroscopy.
Treatment of chronic gastritis
Treatment without medication: adjusting one’s diet, in order to include all fruits and vegetables, foods high in probiotics, lean meats (low fat), beans, tofu, as well as whole grain, fiber rich foods, etc. Treatment with medication: antacids, including calcium carbonate, etc.
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