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    Gastritis is a medical condition where the lining of the stomach becomes inflamed. Common causes include infection with H. pylori bacteria or use of medications like aspirin. Symptoms may include burning abdominal pain, belching, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite. Treatment involves lifestyle changes, medications to reduce stomach acid or treat infection, and antibiotics if bacteria are present. Gastritis usually responds well to treatment but sometimes requires medical attention if severe pain or bleeding occurs.

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    Gastritis is a medical condition where the lining of the stomach becomes inflamed. Common causes include infection with H. pylori bacteria or use of medications like aspirin. Symptoms may include burning abdominal pain, belching, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite. Treatment involves lifestyle changes, medications to reduce stomach acid or treat infection, and antibiotics if bacteria are present. Gastritis usually responds well to treatment but sometimes requires medical attention if severe pain or bleeding occurs.

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    Gastritis is a medical condition where the lining of the stomach becomes inflamed. Common causes include infection with H. pylori bacteria or use of medications like aspirin. Symptoms may include burning abdominal pain, belching, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite. Treatment involves lifestyle changes, medications to reduce stomach acid or treat infection, and antibiotics if bacteria are present. Gastritis usually responds well to treatment but sometimes requires medical attention if severe pain or bleeding occurs.

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    Gastritis

    Emergency department factsheets General

    What is gastritis? The pain may be made better or worse with food.
    Some people have no symptoms at all.
    Gastritis is a medical condition in which the lining of the
    stomach becomes inflamed. It may occur as a brief and Treatment
    sudden attack, as an ongoing condition, or as part of a
    Your doctor will want to confirm that you have gastritis and
    medical illness. It is regarded as a mild problem. Treatment
    exclude other causes. You may be referred to a
    may involve lifestyle changes and medication.
    gastroenterologist (a doctor who specialises in stomach
    What causes gastritis? problems) for further tests and treatment. You may be booked
    in for an outpatient appointment to have specialised tests.
    A common cause of gastritis is Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori),
    a bacteria that can infect the stomach lining. In some people • A gastroscope – where a long thin tube with a tiny camera
    it causes ulcers. An ulcer is a small hole in the lining of the is passed down the oesophagus (food pipe) and into the
    stomach or part of small intestine (duodenum). stomach. A small tissue sample (biopsy) may be taken for
    further testing.
    Stomach ulcers can be very painful.
    • A breath test – where you are given a special solution to
    swallow. If the H. pylori bacteria is present in the gut then
    gas by-products are released and detected in your breath.

    There are several medications to treat gastritis.

    • Antacids (such as Mylanta or Gastrogel) can neutralise the


    stomach acid. Antacids can cause constipation or diarrhoea,
    and may reduce absorption of some medications. For further
    information, speak to your local doctor or pharmacist.
    • Medication to protect the stomach lining.
    • Medication to reduce stomach acid.
    • Antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection.
    Gastritis can be caused by a number of other factors,
    including: Home care
    • some medications (such as aspirin and ibuprofen) • Take your medications as directed. Finish the full course
    of antibiotics, even if you feel better after a few days.
    • infections
    • Learn what brings on or ‘triggers’ your symptoms and avoid it.
    • alcohol
    • Avoid aspirin and anti-inflammatory medications, such as
    • smoking
    ibuprofen. Talk to your doctor or health care professional
    • coffee (and other caffeine drinks) about what medications you can use.
    • anxiety or stress. • Avoid foods that upset your stomach, such as spicy
    or fatty foods.
    What are the symptoms?
    • Limit alcohol and coffee (and other products with caffeine
    Symptoms include: in them).
    • a burning pain in the chest or abdomen • Do not smoke.
    • belching (burping)
    What to expect
    • nausea (feeling like you are going to vomit)
    Overall, gastritis is a mild problem that responds well to simple
    • vomiting
    treatment. Gastritis symptoms may flare up from time to time.
    • a loss of appetite
    Sometimes the illness may become serious and result in
    • hiccups severe pain or bleeding which needs urgent medical attention.
    • diarrhoea.
    Gastritis
    Emergency department factsheets General

    Notes: Seeking help

    In a medical emergency go to the nearest


    hospital emergency department or call an
    ambulance (dial 000). Do this if you have severe
    pain or bleeding.

    If your symptoms persist or get worse, see


    your local doctor or health care professional.
    For other medical problems see your local
    doctor or health care professional.

    For health advice from a Registered Nurse you


    can call NURSE-ON-CALL 24 hours a
    day on 1300 60 60 24 for the cost of a local
    call from anywhere in Victoria.*
    NURSE-ON-CALL provides access to
    interpreting services for callers not confident
    with English. Call 1300 60 60 24.
    *Calls from mobile calls may be charged at a higher rate

    Want to know more?


    • Ask your local doctor or health care professional.
    • Visit the Better Health Channel
    www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au

    If you would like to receive this publication in an accessible format,


    please phone 9096 0578 or email edfactsheets@health.vic.gov.au
    December 2010. Also available online at www.health.vic.gov.au/edfactsheets
    Authorised by the
    Disclaimer: This health information is for general education purposes only. Please consult Victorian Government
    with your doctor or other health professional to make sure this information is right for you. Melbourne (1009025)

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