Why is it Called Non-Atrophic Antral Gastritis?

With the gradual increase in work and life pressures, many people's diets have also become increasingly irregular. Under such circumstances, various gastric diseases have also emerged. Chronic non-atrophic antral gastritis is a relatively common gastric disease that often causes concern among patients. However, it is not a severe gastric disease and can be effectively controlled with timely treatment.

Chronic non-atrophic antral gastritis, previously known as chronic superficial gastritis, is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastric mucosa caused by various factors. Compared to chronic atrophic gastritis, it is less severe and does not involve atrophic changes in the gastric mucosa. Instead, it is characterized by chronic inflammatory cell infiltration, such as plasma cells or lymphocytes, in the mucosal layer.

The clinical symptoms of chronic non-atrophic gastritis are not specific and are primarily diagnosed through gastric endoscopy. The main cause is Helicobacter pylori infection. Most patients do not experience any clinical symptoms but may have symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and acid reflux due to indigestion. If these symptoms are accompanied by Helicobacter pylori infection, eradication of the infection is necessary.

The treatment goals for chronic non-atrophic gastritis are to alleviate indigestion symptoms and improve gastric mucosal inflammation. Treatment should be tailored to the underlying causes and adhere to an individualized approach. Patients with asymptomatic non-atrophic gastritis and negative Helicobacter pylori status do not require specific treatment. If Helicobacter pylori infection is present, eradication treatment is necessary. For other symptoms, specific treatment plans should be developed based on the individual patient's condition.