Q:
What is erosive gastritis?
A:
Erosive gastritis is the condition in which the acids in the stomach begin to erode and wear away the stomach lining. In other words, it’s gastric mucosal erosion.
Causes include:
- NSAIDS: nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. (common)
- Alcohol. (common)
- Stress. (common)
- Radiation.
- Viral infection.
- Vascular injury.
- Direct trauma.
The patients often complain of bloating, pain when consuming food and/or water, nausea, vomiting, changes in tools, and even bleeding of the stomach.
After blood testing, stool culture testing, X ray, and breath tests, doctors can reach a medical decision. If it’s mild, doctors may order medications. However, when it’s severe, Intravenous therapy (IV), blood transfusion, endoscopic hemostasis, and surgery may be necessary.
Keywords: erosive gastritis.
