Thank you for reaching out to us with your concern. I will do my best to provide you with information so that you understand what gastritis is and help you make a decision regarding the recommended biopsy.
Gastritis is an inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach. Acute gastritis occurs suddenly, while chronic gastritis develops over time.
This condition can be caused by irritation due to excessive alcohol use, chronic vomiting, stress, or the use of certain medications such as aspirin or other anti-inflammatory drug.
Occasionally, a person with the H. pylori infection will develop gastritis.
Left untreated, gastritis may lead to stomach ulcers and stomach bleeding.
Endoscopy is the recommended diagnostic procedure.
During endoscopy, the gastroenterologist passes a flexible tube equipped with a lens called an endoscope down your throat and into your esophagus, stomach and small intestine.
Using the endoscope, your doctor looks for signs of inflammation. If a suspicious area is found, your doctor may remove small tissue samples called a biopsy or laboratory examination. A biopsy can also identify the presence of H. pylori in your stomach lining.
Prior to the procedure, you will receive a a liquid anesthetic to gargle or the anesthetic will be sprayed on the back of your throat. The anesthetic numbs the throat and calms the gag reflex. An intravenous needle may be inserted to provide a sedative.
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Hello Melissa,
Thank you for reaching out to us with your concern. I will do my best to provide you with information so that you understand what gastritis is and help you make a decision regarding the recommended biopsy.
Gastritis is an inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach. Acute gastritis occurs suddenly, while chronic gastritis develops over time.
This condition can be caused by irritation due to excessive alcohol use, chronic vomiting, stress, or the use of certain medications such as aspirin or other anti-inflammatory drug.
Occasionally, a person with the H. pylori infection will develop gastritis.
Left untreated, gastritis may lead to stomach ulcers and stomach bleeding.
Endoscopy is the recommended diagnostic procedure.
During endoscopy, the gastroenterologist passes a flexible tube equipped with a lens called an endoscope down your throat and into your esophagus, stomach and small intestine.
Using the endoscope, your doctor looks for signs of inflammation. If a suspicious area is found, your doctor may remove small tissue samples called a biopsy or laboratory examination. A biopsy can also identify the presence of H. pylori in your stomach lining.
Prior to the procedure, you will receive a a liquid anesthetic to gargle or the anesthetic will be sprayed on the back of your throat. The anesthetic numbs the throat and calms the gag reflex. An intravenous needle may be inserted to provide a sedative.
I hope this information is helpful.
Regards,
August 28, 2014 - 8:28amMaryann
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