chemical gastropathy

Reactive gastropathy

Reactive gastropathy is a condition that develops when substances such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), alcohol, or bile damage the cells that cover the inside of the stomach. Another name for this condition is chemical gastropathy. What causes reactive gastropathy? The inside of the stomach is covered by specialized foveolar cells which produce a substance …
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Chemical gastropathy

What is chemical gastropathy? Chemical gastropathy is a condition that develops when substances such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), alcohol, or bile damage the cells that cover the inside of the stomach. Another name for this condition is reactive gastropathy. What are the symptoms of chemical gastropathy? The damage causes abdominal pain which is often …
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