Moderate chronic gastritis with erosion in the gastric antrum requires prompt medical attention. The condition can be controlled through medication and dietary adjustments. Moderate chronic gastritis with erosion in the gastric antrum is an inflammation caused by long-term irritation or infection of the gastric mucosa, accompanied by local tissue damage. If left untreated, it may develop into more serious gastric diseases.
1. Common causes of moderate chronic gastritis with erosion in the gastric antrum include Helicobacter pylori infection, long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), poor dietary habits, excessive alcohol consumption, and smoking. Helicobacter pylori infection is the primary cause, as it damages the gastric mucosal barrier, leading to inflammation and erosion. Long-term use of NSAIDs suppresses the protective mechanisms of the gastric mucosa, increasing the damage caused by gastric acid. Poor dietary habits such as overeating, high-salt and high-fat diets, as well as excessive alcohol consumption and smoking, all irritate the gastric mucosa and exacerbate inflammation.
2. Treatment methods include medication, dietary adjustments, and lifestyle modifications. Medication options include proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole and lansoprazole to suppress gastric acid secretion; gastric mucosal protectants such as sucralfate and colloidal bismuth pectin to protect damaged mucosa; and antibiotics such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin for Helicobacter pylori infection. Dietary recommendations include eating smaller, more frequent meals, avoiding spicy, greasy, excessively hot or cold foods, and increasing intake of fiber-rich fruits and vegetables. Lifestyle modifications include quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption, maintaining a regular sleep schedule, and reducing stress.
3. The key to preventing moderate chronic gastritis with erosion in the antrum lies in avoiding triggering factors. Regular checkups are essential for early detection and treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection; avoid long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and use them only under the guidance of a doctor when necessary; improve dietary habits, reducing the intake of high-salt and high-fat foods; quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits; and engage in appropriate exercise to strengthen the body and improve immunity.
While moderate chronic gastritis with erosion in the gastric antrum is not fatal, it should be taken seriously. With proper treatment and lifestyle adjustments, the condition can be effectively controlled and further deterioration prevented. Patients are advised to have regular checkups, take medication as prescribed, and maintain healthy lifestyle habits to promote gastric mucosal repair and overall health.