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infectious gastritis |
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infectious gastritis,
any type of inflammation of the gastric mucosa, usually chronic, caused by a bacterial infection in the stomach, the most common type being Helicobacter pylori gastritis. Many cases are asymptomatic, but symptoms can include dyspepsia and gastrointestinal bleeding. In immunocompromised patients, gastritis may occur as a complication of tuberculosis, syphilis, or other conditions. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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