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What is the definition of gastritis?
What is the definition of gastritis?
- An inflammation of the gastric mucosa (correct)
- An inflammation of the esophageal mucosa
- An inflammation of the colon
- An inflammation of the small intestine
Which of the following is a common cause of chronic gastritis?
Which of the following is a common cause of chronic gastritis?
- Low-fat diet
- Ingestion of alcohol and spicy foods (correct)
- Consumption of dairy products
- Regular intake of vegetables
What is the most common pathogen associated with chronic gastritis?
What is the most common pathogen associated with chronic gastritis?
- Streptococcus
- Salmonella
- Helicobacter pylori (correct)
- Escherichia coli
Which physiological condition can contribute to gastritis?
Which physiological condition can contribute to gastritis?
How does gastritis occur according to the text?
How does gastritis occur according to the text?
Which medical procedure can irritate the gastric walls and cause gastritis?
Which medical procedure can irritate the gastric walls and cause gastritis?
What is a common symptom of acute gastritis according to the text?
What is a common symptom of acute gastritis according to the text?
How does decreased acid secretion occur in chronic gastritis?
How does decreased acid secretion occur in chronic gastritis?
What can cause haematemesis in acute gastritis patients?
What can cause haematemesis in acute gastritis patients?
What is a potential consequence of chronic alterations in the protective mucosal barrier in the stomach?
What is a potential consequence of chronic alterations in the protective mucosal barrier in the stomach?
How is bleeding managed in acute gastritis according to the text?
How is bleeding managed in acute gastritis according to the text?
What investigation is typically used for diagnosing chronic gastritis according to the text?
What investigation is typically used for diagnosing chronic gastritis according to the text?
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Gastritis
Gastritis
Inflammation of the gastric mucosa, the stomach's lining.
Common cause of chronic gastritis
Common cause of chronic gastritis
Ingestion of alcohol, spicy foods, and NSAIDs.
Common pathogen in chronic gastritis
Common pathogen in chronic gastritis
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)
Physiological condition contributing to gastritis
Physiological condition contributing to gastritis
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How gastritis occurs
How gastritis occurs
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Medical procedure causing gastritis
Medical procedure causing gastritis
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Common symptom of acute gastritis
Common symptom of acute gastritis
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Decreased acid secretion in chronic gastritis
Decreased acid secretion in chronic gastritis
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Cause of haematemesis
Cause of haematemesis
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Consequence of chronic mucosal barrier alterations
Consequence of chronic mucosal barrier alterations
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Bleeding management in acute gastritis
Bleeding management in acute gastritis
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Investigation for chronic gastritis
Investigation for chronic gastritis
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