Definitions for gastritis
gæˈstraɪ tɪsgas·tri·tis

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. gastritisnoun

   inflammation of the lining of the stomach; nausea and loss of appetite and discomfort after eating

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. gastritisnoun

   Inflammation of the lining of the stomach, characterised by nausea, loss of appetite, and upper abdominal discomfort or pain.

2. Etymology: From γαστήρ + -itis.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Gastritis

   Gastritis is inflammation of the lining of the stomach. It may occur as a short episode or may be of a long duration. There may be no symptoms but, when symptoms are present, the most common is upper abdominal pain (see dyspepsia). Other possible symptoms include nausea and vomiting, bloating, loss of appetite and heartburn. Complications may include stomach bleeding, stomach ulcers, and stomach tumors. When due to autoimmune problems, low red blood cells due to not enough vitamin B12 may occur, a condition known as pernicious anemia.Common causes include infection with Helicobacter pylori and use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Less common causes include alcohol, smoking, cocaine, severe illness, autoimmune problems, radiation therapy and Crohn's disease. Endoscopy, a type of X-ray known as an upper gastrointestinal series, blood tests, and stool tests may help with diagnosis. The symptoms of gastritis may be a presentation of a myocardial infarction. Other conditions with similar symptoms include inflammation of the pancreas, gallbladder problems, and peptic ulcer disease.Prevention is by avoiding things that cause the disease. Treatment includes medications such as antacids, H2 blockers, or proton pump inhibitors. During an acute attack drinking viscous lidocaine may help. If gastritis is due to NSAIDs these may be stopped. If H. pylori is present it may be treated with a combination of antibiotics such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin. For those with pernicious anemia, vitamin B12 supplements are recommended either by mouth or by injection. People are usually advised to avoid foods that bother them.Gastritis is believed to affect about half of people worldwide. In 2013 there were approximately 90 million new cases of the condition. As people get older the disease becomes more common. It, along with a similar condition in the first part of the intestines known as duodenitis, resulted in 50,000 deaths in 2015. H. pylori was first discovered in 1981 by Barry Marshall and Robin Warren.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Gastritisnoun

   inflammation of the stomach, esp. of its mucuos membrane

2. Etymology: [NL., from. Gr. , , stomach + -itis.]

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1. Gastritis

   Gastritis is an inflammation of the lining of the stomach, and has many possible causes. The main acute causes are excessive alcohol consumption or prolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Sometimes gastritis develops after major surgery, traumatic injury, burns, or severe infections. Gastritis may also occur in those who have had weight loss surgery resulting in the banding or reconstruction of the digestive tract. Chronic causes are infection with bacteria, primarily Helicobacter pylori, chronic bile reflux, and stress; certain autoimmune disorders can cause gastritis as well. The most common symptom is abdominal upset or pain. Other symptoms are indigestion, abdominal bloating, nausea, and vomiting and pernicious anemia. Some may have a feeling of fullness or burning in the upper abdomen. A gastroscopy, blood test, complete blood count test, or a stool test may be used to diagnose gastritis. Treatment includes taking antacids or other medicines, such as proton pump inhibitors or antibiotics, and avoiding hot or spicy foods. For those with pernicious anemia, B12 injections are given, but more often oral B12 supplements are recommended.

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Gastritis

   Inflammation of the GASTRIC MUCOSA, a lesion observed in a number of unrelated disorders.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of gastritis in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of gastritis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of gastritis in a Sentence

1. Patricia Kolesa:

   I believe people should be worried about the acidity of vinegar when consumed in excess, especially if they have specific conditions that require them to limit intake of acidic foods and drinks like IBS, IBD, gastritis, diverticulitis GERD, weight loss surgery, etc..

2. Jack Chen:

   I started noticing a chemical taste in my lemonade. Eventually I developed symptoms that had me see the doctor who performed an examination and diagnosed me with two stomach ulcers, gastritis, and esophagitis.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=gastritis
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Gastritis
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gastritis
4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastritis
5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=gastritis