Introduction

Gastritis is an inflammation if the stomach lining. It may be caused bacterial or viral infections, and in particular by the bacteria Helicobacter pylori.

Please see conventional, complementary, and alternative medical treatments for important background information regarding the different types of medical treatments discussed on this page. Naturopathic, Complementary, and Alternative treatments that may be considered include:

Pathophysiology

Gastritis is often a consequence of overuse of antacids, which results in reduced stomach acidity (hypochlorhydria), which in turn reduces the physical barrier to infection.

Clinical Presentation

  • Epigastric pain.
  • Fever/Nausea/Vomiting.
  • Possible frequent stool.

Prognosis

If untreated, an ulcer may result.

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