Does chronic gastritis cause pain?

Written by Zhu Dan Hua
Gastroenterology
Updated on December 21, 2024
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Chronic gastritis is relatively common in clinical settings and is frequently seen in the gastroenterology outpatient department. Chronic gastritis can manifest in various ways and may cause stomach pain, typically presenting as upper abdominal pain, which is generally considered pain above the navel. The nature of the pain can be bloating, colic, dull pain, or burning pain, or patients may simply experience discomfort. Of course, patients may also have other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dry heaving, belching, and hiccupping, but generally do not exhibit alarming symptoms such as anemia, vomiting blood, bloody stools, or fever, etc. The diagnosis of chronic gastritis generally relies on gastroscopy, which can reveal congestion, edema, and erosion of the gastric mucosa under gastroscopy, and in some cases, distinct ulcers and tumors. The treatment mainly focuses on protecting the stomach and symptomatic management, generally with good results.

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Is chronic gastritis contagious?

Chronic gastritis is not a contagious disease, so it is not infectious. Chronic gastritis is a disease caused by various pathological factors leading to mucosal damage, and it is directly related to Helicobacter pylori infection. The treatment mainly aims to eradicate Helicobacter pylori, alleviate symptoms, suppress gastric acid secretion, protect the gastric mucosa, and reduce the recurrence of the disease. Additionally, during treatment, attention should be paid to dietary adjustments, eating soft and easily digestible foods, and avoiding spicy and irritating foods. Appropriate outdoor exercise and maintaining a pleasant mood have a positive effect on the treatment of chronic gastritis.

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Does chronic gastritis require surgery?

Whether chronic gastritis requires surgery also depends on the condition of the disease. If the symptoms are not particularly obvious—such as nausea, vomiting, or acid reflux—and the gastroscopic examination shows atypical symptoms, treatment through medication or dietary adjustments can be considered instead of surgery. However, if there is significant atypical hyperplasia or intestinal metaplasia found during the gastroscopy, suggesting potential malignancy, these conditions may require surgical treatment under gastroscopy.

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Can chronic gastritis be contagious?

Is chronic gastritis contagious? Gastritis, especially chronic gastritis, lacks specific symptoms. Common types of chronic gastritis include chronic superficial gastritis, chronic erosive gastritis, and chronic atrophic gastritis. Diagnosis is mainly made through gastroscopy. Most patients may experience symptoms like upper abdominal pain, loss of appetite, post-meal fullness, acid reflux, and belching, which can be quite apparent, especially in patients with atrophic gastritis, who may have more pronounced symptoms, as well as anemia, weight loss, and diarrhea. Additionally, upper abdominal pain associated with mucosal erosion can be more severe. If the condition is serious, it may also involve bleeding, vomiting blood, or black stools. If there is no Helicobacter pylori infection, gastritis is not contagious and can be cured with proper treatment.

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What are the symptoms of chronic gastritis?

Most patients with chronic gastritis exhibit atypical clinical symptoms, often presenting as gastrointestinal dyspepsia symptoms, such as upper abdominal bloating, irregular and dull pain, belching, loss of appetite, weight loss, fatigue, and increased upper abdominal discomfort after eating. Patients with chronic gastritis often do not have significant abnormal physical signs; some may only experience mild upper abdominal tenderness or discomfort when pressed. If the gastric mucosa is eroded, occult blood may be positive, but patients presenting with vomiting blood or black stools are rare. Some patients may experience anemia due to long-term loss of appetite or minor bleeding, and severe anemia may present with symptoms related to anemia.

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Can chronic gastritis eat apples?

Chronic gastritis is caused by many factors, including various medications, irritating foods, gallbladder adenomas, environmental conditions, and personal factors, among others. Therefore, while we treat the symptoms, post-treatment maintenance of the stomach is crucial. Diet plays a significant role here. It is important to avoid particularly irritating foods, including items that are too cold, too hot, too cool, too spicy, or too acidic. Raw foods and those that are difficult to digest should also be avoided. It's beneficial to eat slowly and chew thoroughly; avoid overeating or eating too hastily. Thus, it's essential to eat regularly and in proper amounts. Some fruits, like apples, can be consumed, although they should be limited in the early stages of gastritis if there is excessive stomach acid. However, intense beverages like strong tea and coffee, and spicy foods such as chili peppers, should be avoided.