gastritis

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 …

…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.