What is severe chronic gastritis?
Disease description:
I have always had gastritis, and recently I've been experiencing frequent abdominal distension and a burning sensation in my stomach. After visiting the hospital, the doctor diagnosed me with severe chronic gastritis. What is severe chronic gastritis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Severe chronic gastritis is a serious pathological condition characterized by significant inflammation of the gastric mucosa, with the following main features:
1. Degree of inflammation: The inflammation of the gastric mucosa reaches a severe level, with marked infiltration of inflammatory cells, and may be accompanied by damage to the mucosal epithelial cells.
2. Symptom presentation: Patients may experience severe abdominal pain, dyspepsia, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea. These symptoms may vary among individuals.
3. Etiological analysis: Severe chronic gastritis may be caused by multiple factors, including Helicobacter pylori infection, unhealthy dietary habits, and medication-related factors.
4. Potential risks: If left untreated for a prolonged period, severe chronic gastritis may lead to other complications, such as gastric ulcers and gastric cancer.
