gastritis
Title: gastritis
Category: /Science & Technology
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gastritis
Category: /Science & Technology
Details: Words: 342 | Pages: 1 (approximately 235 words/page)
Gastritis
Gastritis is an inflammation of the gastric mucosa and is the most common pathologic condition of the
stomach. It may be acute or chronic, based on histologic criteria. Gastritis may be caused by exogenous or
endogenous factors. The exogenous factors that causes Gastritis are bacterial infections, especially staphylococcal
toxins, drugs; nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (including aspirin), sulfonamides, steroids, alcohol, ingestion of
corrosive alkalies or acids, irritating foods, and radiation. The endogenous factors are certain infectious
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of fluid and electrolytes, and antiemetics such as
prochlorperazine (Compazine) or trimethobenzamide (Tigan) should be given. For erosive gastritis, antacids and
histamine H2 receptor antagonists should be supplied to inhibit gastric acid formation. Sucralfate (Carafate) is used
to coat the mucosa and prevent back-diffusion of acid and pepsin. Antibiotics is given to those who has Gastritis that
is caused by bacterial agents. For atrophic gastritis, Anticholinergics (for example, Pro-Banthine) and Vitamin B12
should be given.