Question 1

what is gastritis?

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Stomach upset: The suffix "itis" means "inflammation".  The prefix "gastro" means "stomach."  the term "gastritis" thus means an "inflammed stomach."    the term is often used imprecisely to mean stomach upset, which can derive from both acid & non-acid causes, slow emptying of the stomach, h.Pylori infection, atrophic & hypersecretory problems.  Try acid blockers & diet modification, recommended by your doctor.

Question 2

what causes gastritis?

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List: Acid, 
infections (h pylori), 
chemicals (alcohol), 
autoimmune (your own immune system 
attacking the stomach lining), 
drugs 
are some of the most common causes.

Question 3

how to cure gastritis?

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Gastritis: Gastritis is a temporary state, and means inflammation of the stomach lining. Start with focusing on your diet, eliminate any foods that cause your stomach to hurt. Keep track of how you feel after meals in a diary. Many times using a acid suppressor medication like Nexium or Protonix on a regular schedule will result in cure over the next 4-6 weeks. Pepcid is another good option. Hang in there!!

Question 4

can gastritis ever go away?

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The most common...: ...Type of gastritis, caused by helicobacter pylori, is curable.

Question 5

how do i stop gastritis pain?

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See details: Identify the cause first. Have a gastroenterologist evaluate the issue. I would urge evaluation rather than trying to self treat with otc meds.

Question 6

what does gastritis feel like?

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Burning pain stomach: sometimes constant heartburn feeling

Question 7

how come i developed gastritis?

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Various causes : Gastritis usually develops when your stomach's protective layer becomes weakened or damaged. Gastritis can occur suddenly or develop over weeks and months:
causes include bacterial infection with h. Pylori, excessive use of nsaids (motrim, alleve), long term alcohol use, excess bile secretion/reflux, and other chronic conditions (chron's disease, autoimmune conditions, hiv). May need md eval.

Question 8

is isagenix good for gastritis?

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There is no evidence: There is no evidence to support that it is good for gastritis

Question 9

what are the types of gastritis?

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Many reasons: Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining.  The only true common reason is infection with h pylori and rarely autoimmune gastritis.  Majority of what doctors call gastritis is actually irritation of mucosa for example from medications like aleve, (naproxen) Ibuprofen etc. And also alcohol, smoking etc.

Question 10

can gastritis cured permanently?

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Yes: Yes, gastritis can be cured permanently.
The key is to identify and address the cause.
One common cause is infection with H. Pylori bacteria. Successfully treating this can be a cure; natural therapies can help; see http://tinyurl.com/zt5dfvk 
In Chinese medicine it may be caused by excess liver heat and herbal treatments can correct.
I have also had success curing gastritis with homeopathy.

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