Gastritis
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Which of the following is a common symptom of gastritis?

  • Nausea and vomiting (correct)
  • Persistent cough
  • Rapid weight gain
  • Joint pain

What is a potential cause of gastritis?

  • Limited intake of spicy foods
  • Regular intake of vitamin C
  • Excessive consumption of dairy products
  • Frequent use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (correct)

How can gastritis be diagnosed?

  • X-ray of the foot
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Endoscopy and biopsy (correct)
  • Urine analysis

Which of the following is a potential risk factor for developing gastritis?

<p>Regular use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the stomach lining that is affected in gastritis?

<p>Protection against stomach acid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential complication of severe gastritis?

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Gastritis Symptom

Nausea and vomiting are common signs of gastritis, an inflammation of the stomach lining.

Gastritis Cause

Frequent use of NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) can lead to gastritis by damaging the stomach lining.

Gastritis Diagnosis

Gastritis is typically diagnosed using an endoscope to visualize the stomach lining, and a biopsy is often taken for further examination.

Gastritis Risk Factor

Regular use of NSAIDs can increase the risk of developing gastritis by irritating the stomach lining.

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Stomach Lining Function in Gastritis

In gastritis, the stomach lining's protective barrier against stomach acid is compromised.

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Severe Gastritis Complication

Severe gastritis can lead to peptic ulcer disease, a condition where open sores develop in the stomach lining.

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