What does chronic non-atrophic gastritis mean?

Chronic non-atrophic gastritis is a common gastric disease.

The characteristic of chronic non-atrophic gastritis lies in the absence of atrophic changes in the gastric mucosa, instead showing infiltration of chronic inflammatory cells predominantly consisting of lymphocytes and plasma cells. Based on lesion distribution, it can be further classified into antral gastritis, corpus gastritis, or pangastritis. Chronic non-atrophic gastritis is usually caused by multiple factors, including Helicobacter pylori infection, long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, smoking, alcohol consumption, and stress, all of which chronically irritate the gastric mucosa and lead to inflammation. Patients may experience symptoms such as epigastric discomfort, pain, bloating, nausea, or indigestion, although a significant number of patients may remain asymptomatic. In terms of diagnosis, endoscopic examination is primarily performed to directly observe the inflammatory status of the gastric mucosa, and biopsy with histopathological examination can help exclude other pathological conditions. Treatment primarily involves addressing the underlying causes, such as eradicating Helicobacter pylori infection and discontinuing medications that may irritate the gastric mucosa.

In daily life, adjusting lifestyle habits, such as maintaining regular meal patterns, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, and reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, is beneficial for maintaining overall health.