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

This article is designed to help you understand your pathology report for chemical gastropathy of the stomach. Each section explains an important aspect of the diagnosis and what it means for you. 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 …
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