Gastritis is inflammation in the protective lining of the
stomach. Acute gastritis involves sudden, severe inflammation,
while chronic gastritis involves long-term inflammation that can
last for years, if left untreated. A less common form of the
condition, erosive gastritis, typically doesn’t cause much
inflammation but can lead to bleeding and ulcers in the lining
of the stomach. The most common cause of gastritis is
Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium that infects the lining of the
stomach. It’s usually passed from person to person, but it can
also be transmitted in contaminated food or water. Erosive
gastritis is caused by the excessive use of nonsteroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and naproxen.
Substances like alcohol and cocaine can be contributing factors
as well. Other, less common, causes of gastritis are: - stress
caused by severe injury, illness, or surgery - autoimmune
disorders - digestive disorders like Crohn’s disease - viral
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