Problem

Atrophic gastritis

Other Names:
Type A gastritis
Type B gastritis
Nature:

Atrophic gastritis is a chronic condition that causes inflammation of the stomach lining over a long time. Either a bacterial infection or an autoimmune condition is responsible.  Chronic inflammation over a long time leads to a loss of gastric glandular cells and their eventual replacement by intestinal and fibrous tissues.

Broader Problems:
Gastritis
Related Problems:
Achlorhydria
Aggravates:
Leaky gut syndrome
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 3: Good Health and Well-being
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems
Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST