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What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes acute gastritis from chronic gastritis?
What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes acute gastritis from chronic gastritis?
Which of the following is a common autoimmune cause of chronic gastritis?
Which of the following is a common autoimmune cause of chronic gastritis?
Which of the following statements regarding the management of gastritis is FALSE?
Which of the following statements regarding the management of gastritis is FALSE?
Which complication is primarily associated with chronic atrophic gastritis?
Which complication is primarily associated with chronic atrophic gastritis?
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What lifestyle modification can help in the prevention of gastritis?
What lifestyle modification can help in the prevention of gastritis?
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What role does the gastric mucosal barrier play in the pathophysiology of gastritis?
What role does the gastric mucosal barrier play in the pathophysiology of gastritis?
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Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with gastritis?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with gastritis?
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Which diagnostic method is specific for visual assessment of the stomach lining in gastritis?
Which diagnostic method is specific for visual assessment of the stomach lining in gastritis?
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Long-term use of which type of medication is a known contributing factor to chronic gastritis?
Long-term use of which type of medication is a known contributing factor to chronic gastritis?
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Intestinal metaplasia in chronic gastritis suggests which of the following?
Intestinal metaplasia in chronic gastritis suggests which of the following?
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Study Notes
Definition
- Gastritis is the inflammation of the gastric mucosa (stomach lining).
Types of Gastritis
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Acute Gastritis
- Sudden onset of inflammation.
- Causes:
- Dietary factors (spicy or irritating foods)
- Infection (e.g. H. pylori)
- Stress
- Alcohol consumption
- Medication (NSAIDs)
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Chronic Gastritis
- Long-term inflammation, often asymptomatic initially.
- Causes:
- H. pylori infection
- Autoimmune diseases (e.g. autoimmune gastritis)
- Chronic bile reflux
- Excessive alcohol use
- Long-term use of certain medications
Pathophysiology
- Disruption of the normal gastric mucosal barrier.
- Increased gastric acid secretion may lead to erosions.
- In chronic cases, atrophy of gastric mucosa can occur.
- Possible development of intestinal metaplasia or dysplasia.
Symptoms
- Abdominal pain or discomfort
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Bloating
- Indigestion
- Possible upper gastrointestinal bleeding (in severe cases)
Diagnosis
- Patient history and physical examination.
- Endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) for visual assessment.
- Biopsy to examine for H. pylori and underlying pathology.
- Blood tests for anemia or autoimmune markers.
Management
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Lifestyle Modifications
- Dietary changes (avoid irritants)
- Stress management
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Medications
- Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to reduce acid secretion.
- Antacids for symptomatic relief.
- Antibiotics if H. pylori is present.
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Surgery
- Rarely necessary; may be considered in severe cases leading to complications.
Complications
- Peptic ulcers
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Gastric cancer (especially chronic atrophic gastritis)
Prevention
- Avoid known irritants (e.g. NSAIDs, alcohol).
- Maintain a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
- Regular check-ups for those with known risk factors.
Gastritis
- Inflammation of the stomach lining (gastric mucosa).
- Two main types: Acute gastritis and Chronic gastritis.
Acute Gastritis
- Sudden onset of inflammation.
- Caused by factors like dietary irritants, infections, stress, alcohol, and medications (NSAIDs).
Chronic Gastritis
- Long-term inflammation.
- Often asymptomatic initially.
- Caused by factors like H.pylori infection, autoimmune diseases, chronic bile reflux, excessive alcohol use, and long-term medication use.
Pathophysiology
- Disruption of the normal gastric mucosal barrier.
- Increased gastric acid secretion can lead to erosions.
- Chronic cases might involve atrophy of gastric mucosa.
- Possible development of intestinal metaplasia or dysplasia.
Symptoms
- Abdominal pain or discomfort.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Loss of appetite.
- Bloating.
- Indigestion.
- Upper gastrointestinal bleeding (in severe cases).
Diagnosis
- Detailed patient history and physical examination.
- Endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) for visual assessment of the stomach lining.
- Biopsy to examine for H.pylori and underlying pathology.
- Blood tests for anemia or autoimmune markers.
Management
- Lifestyle modifications: Dietary changes to avoid irritants and stress management.
- Medications: Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to reduce acid secretion, antacids for symptomatic relief, and antibiotics if H.pylori is present.
- Surgery: Rarely necessary, considered for severe complications.
Complications
- Peptic ulcers.
- Gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Gastric cancer, particularly in chronic atrophic gastritis.
Prevention
- Avoid known irritants like NSAIDs and excessive alcohol consumption.
- Maintain a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
- Regular check-ups for individuals with known risk factors.
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Test your knowledge on gastritis, including its types, causes, and symptoms. This quiz will cover both acute and chronic gastritis, along with the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms. See how well you understand this common gastrointestinal condition.
