Gastritis

Composed by :
Hardita
Noordianti
Level : II A

What is Gastritis ???

About Gastritis
Gastritis is an inflammation of the
stomach lining. Many things can
cause gastritis. Most often the
cause is infection with the same
bacteria --helicobacter pylori-that causes stomach ulcers. An
autoimmune disorder, a backup of
bile into the stomach, or long term
use

of

nonsteroidal

inflammatory

drugs

anti(nsaids),

About Gastritis
In some cases, the stomach lining
may be "eaten away," leading to
sores

(peptic

ulcers)

in

the

stomach or first part of the small

intestine.

Gastritis

suddenly

(acute

gastritis)

or

gradually

(chronic

gastritis).

In

most

cases,

can

gastritis

occur

does

not

permanently damage the stomach

lining.

What is cause
of Gastritis ???

Causes of gastritis
Can be caused by infection
(usually

helicobacter pilory),

irritation,

autoimmune

disorders (where the bodys

immune

system

attacks

the

backflow

of

mistakenly

stomach),
bile

stomach (bile reflux).

into

or
the

What are the

sypmtoms ???

The symptoms of gastritis

What are the risk

factors ???

The risk factors of Gastritis

Infection withh. Pylori
Alcoholism
Cigarette smoking
Older age
Inflammatory bowel disease

How to
determine the
diagnosis of
gastritis ?

Determine the diagnosis of

gastritis
Upper gastrointestinal (gi)
series
Blood test.
Stool test.
Tests forh. Pyloriinfection.

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Prevention of gastritis
making lifestyle changes, such
as avoiding the long term use
of alcohol, nsaids, coffee, and
drugs, may help prevent
gastritis and its complications
(such as a peptic ulcer).
Reducing
stress
through
relaxation
techniques
-including yoga, tai chi, and
meditation -- can also be
helpful.

How is treatment of
gastritis ???

Treatment of
gastritis

Increase your fluid intake i.e. Plenty

of water, fruit juice, juices of
vegetables such as carrot, spinach,
raw potatoes, beet and cucumber
juice
Avoid eating broccoli, cabbage and
cabbage family, collards, and
strawberries
Avoid anything that produce food
intolerance for you
Avoid colas and other aerated cold
drinks

Continue...
Eat in moderation, at regular intervals
small and frequent meals can help you
deal better with gastritis
Avoid irritans such as alcohol, and coffee,
hot and spicy food
Exercise regularly
contact your physician to know
alternative medication if your current
medicines are the cause of the problem
Stop smoking
Take effective steps to control stress

Thanks for
your attention