Gastritis Explained: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Long-Term Healing Strategies
Gastritis is one of the most commonly misunderstood digestive conditions. Many people live with persistent stomach discomfort, bloating, burning pain, or nausea without realizing the root cause is inflammation of the stomach lining. Gastritis can be acute or chronic, mild or severe—but when ignored, it can significantly affect quality of life. From lifestyle habits to infections, stress, medications, and autoimmune conditions, gastritis has multiple triggers. Understanding it clearly is the first step toward healing. This comprehensive guide breaks down gastritis in simple language while offering medically grounded insights often shared by an experienced Gastrophysician . What Is Gastritis? Gastritis refers to inflammation of the stomach lining. The stomach’s protective mucosal layer shields it from strong acids used for digestion. When this barrier is weakened or damaged, inflammation occurs. Types of Gastritis Acute Gastritis – Sudden onset, often intense Chronic Ga...