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Gastritis Flashcards

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Aetiology?

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A= Auto-immune

B=Bacterial

C= Chemical

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Pathology?

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Auto-immune:

auto-antibodies against parietal cells –> inflammation of gastric mucosa

Bacterial:

H. Pylori

Chemical:

NSAIDs/ Bile

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Tests?

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mainly for H.Pylori:

  • serology–> elevated IgG
  • urea breath test
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Treatment?

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Pharmacological:

PPI/ H2 antagonist / H.Pylori eradication therapy

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what is a side-effect of auto-immune gastritis?

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pernicious anaemia

reduced gastric productioin of HCl and intrinsic factor by parietal cells so no B12 absorption –> pernicious anaemia

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