Is chronic superficial gastritis related to cholecystitis?

Although chronic superficial gastritis and cholecystitis are two distinct diseases pathologically, there is indeed a certain degree of association between them. Cholecystitis refers to inflammation of the gallbladder. When inflammation occurs in the gallbladder, the secretion and excretion of bile may be affected, leading to bile reflux into the stomach, which can irritate the gastric mucosa and thereby trigger or worsen symptoms of gastritis. Additionally, symptoms caused by cholecystitis, such as indigestion and abdominal discomfort, may also indirectly affect gastric function. Both conditions can potentially lead to disturbances in digestive function. Patients with chronic superficial gastritis often experience weakened gastric digestion, causing food to remain in the stomach for prolonged periods, which could increase the burden on the gallbladder and potentially trigger or exacerbate cholecystitis. Moreover, from a symptomatic perspective, both conditions may present with upper abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, and other similar symptoms, further demonstrating the connection between the two diseases.

For patients suffering from both diseases, treatment planning should comprehensively consider the conditions of both diseases and formulate an appropriate therapeutic strategy.