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I have gastritis. i learned that gastritis can be autoimmune but after endoscopic biopsy my doctor didnt say anything about autoimmune gastritis, he said very common gastritis. the problem is im concerned its autoimmune because it wont go away..?

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Gastritis: Autoimmune gastritis is rare. If it's not going away the question would be how long have been treated for it and what treatment are you receiving. Medications may need to be adjusted. Follow up with a gastroenterologist.

Answered 1/19/2021

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A member asked:

I have gastritis. i learned that gastritis can be autoimmune but after endoscopic biopsy my doctor didnt say anything about autoimmune gastritis, he said very common gastritis. the problem is im concerned its autoimmune because it wont go away..?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

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