Helicobacter Pylori Gastritis

Digestive system diseases

Helicobacter Pylori Gastritis

Helicobacter pylori gastritis is a type of inflammation of the stomach lining caused by infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. It is a common cause of gastritis and can lead to peptic ulcers and other complications if left untreated.It is also one of the only well-established risk factors associated with gastric cancer development

Symptoms

Symptoms of H. pylori gastritis may include:

Abdominal pain or discomfort

Nausea and vomiting

Bloating

Loss of appetite

Unexplained weight loss

Causes

H. pylori gastritis is caused by infection with the Helicobacter pylori bacteria, which can be transmitted through contaminated food, water, or saliva.

Risk Factors

Risk factors for H. pylori gastritis include:

Living in crowded or unsanitary conditions

Poor hygiene practices

Close contact with individuals infected with H. pylori

Age (older)

One is often exposed at a young age whereby colonization happens and causes issue over time.

Investigations

Diagnosing H. pylori gastritis may involve:

Blood, stool, or breath tests to detect the presence of H. pylori antibodies or antigens.

Gold standar is upper endoscopy with biopsy to visualize the stomach lining and obtain tissue samples for analysis

Management

Management of H. pylori gastritis typically includes:

Antibiotic therapy to eradicate H. pylori infection.

Proton pump inhibitors or H2 blockers to reduce stomach acid production.

Lifestyle modifications such as avoiding irritants like NSAIDs and alcohol.

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