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 more severe state of gastric mucosal inflammation, characterized mainly by:
1. Degree of inflammation: The inflammation of the gastric mucosa reaches a severe level, with significant infiltration of inflammatory cells, and may be accompanied by damage to the mucosal epithelial cells.
2. Symptom presentation: Patients may experience severe abdominal pain, indigestion, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea. These symptoms may vary among individuals.
3. Various causes: It may be triggered by multiple factors, such as Helicobacter pylori infection, poor dietary habits, and medication-related factors.
4. Potential risks: If left untreated for a prolonged period, severe chronic gastritis may lead to serious complications such as gastric ulcers and gastric cancer.
