What are the symptoms of acute gastritis?

Written by Ren Zheng Xin
Gastroenterology
Updated on September 08, 2024
00:00
00:00

Acute gastritis is mostly caused by unhygienic dietary habits and is more common in summer. The symptoms mainly involve gastrointestinal irritation, such as nausea, vomiting, fever, and loss of appetite. Active pharmacological treatment should be given for acute gastroenteritis. Commonly used medications include those that suppress gastric acid secretion, protect the gastric mucosa, and antibiotics. During treatment, it is advisable to eat small, frequent meals consisting primarily of soft, easily digestible foods, and to avoid cold, spicy, or irritating foods. (Please take medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

Other Voices

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Yang Chun Guang
Gastroenterology
49sec home-news-image

What to eat for acute gastritis

Acute gastritis refers to the acute onset of gastric mucosa damage or erosion, commonly caused by drugs or stress-induced injuries, including those caused by alcohol. For treatment, proton pump inhibitors that suppress stomach acid can be used. Aside from proton pump inhibitors, H2 receptor antagonists can also be chosen, but the therapeutic effect of H2 receptor antagonists is not as good as proton pump inhibitors. Treatment should also include gastric mucosal protectants and drugs that promote mucosal repair. Additionally, if gastrointestinal motility is poor, prokinetic agents may be added to the treatment. Moreover, during the acute phase, it is best to consume liquid foods and drink porridge.

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Ren Zheng Xin
Gastroenterology
44sec home-news-image

Causes of acute gastritis

There are mainly three causes for the onset of acute gastritis: First, excessive fatigue, due to lack of rest and physical overexertion, can lead to a decline in immune function and the protective function of the gastric mucosal barrier, resulting in the occurrence of gastritis. Second is irregular eating habits, such as frequent binge eating, consuming spicy foods, and a preference for alcohol, strong tea, or coffee, all of which can significantly irritate and damage the gastric mucosa. Third is emotional fluctuations, such as being irritable, depressed, or anxious, which can directly affect the gastrointestinal tract through neurohumoral regulation and cause acute gastritis.

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Ren Zheng Xin
Gastroenterology
51sec home-news-image

Can acute gastritis cause a fever?

Patients with acute gastritis may experience fever due to acute inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. The mucosa becomes congested and inflammatory cells infiltrate, releasing pyrogens that affect the body's temperature regulation center, causing fever. It is important to treat the fever promptly. If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5°C, physical cooling methods like wiping the forehead, palms, and soles with alcohol cotton balls can be used. If the temperature is higher, antipyretic and analgesic medications should be taken. It is also important to drink more hot water since fever can cause dehydration. Medications that inhibit stomach acid secretion and protect the gastric mucosa should be used timely. Note: Medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Ren Zheng Xin
Gastroenterology
49sec home-news-image

Causes of acute gastritis

The causes of acute gastritis are varied, primarily involving external factors, internal factors, and psychological factors. For example, irregular eating habits, consuming foods that are too cold or too hot, and overly coarse foods can all irritate and damage the gastric mucosal barrier. Additionally, some medications can directly cause congestion of the gastric mucosa, and acute gastritis can be directly caused by bacterial or viral infections. The gastrointestinal tract is regulated by various hormones, and if one is overly tense, agitated, or exhibiting symptoms of neurosis, this can affect the normal levels of the mucosa through hormonal regulation, leading to mucosal damage and triggering inflammation.

doctor image
home-news-image
Written by Ren Zheng Xin
Gastroenterology
53sec home-news-image

How to treat symptoms of acute gastritis?

Acute gastritis is generally caused by consumption of unclean food or bacterial infection. The main symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and fever. The conventional treatment involves using medications that suppress gastric acid secretion, protect the gastric mucosa, and relieve spasms and pain. If there is a bacterial infection, antimicrobial drugs should be used, and for Helicobacter pylori infection, triple therapy should be applied. Regular attention should be paid to dietary habits, avoiding spicy, greasy, and irritating foods. Ensure that food is within its expiration period, and foods taken out from the refrigerator should be heated before eating. Engage in outdoor exercises to strengthen the physique and enhance the body's disease resistance. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)