Gastritis affects 70% of Mexicans, is more common in women than in men, and occurs most frequently between the ages of 20 and 60; however, nowadays it is increasingly common in younger patients.
Around 9 out of 10 Mexicans suffer or have suffered from chronic gastritis.
Gastritis can appear suddenly (acute gastritis) or develop slowly and progressively over time (chronic gastritis). It can be short-lived or, in many cases, long-lasting. There are many causes of gastritis. Among the most frequent are infection with the Helicobacter pylori bacteria, the use of certain medications such as analgesics, anti-inflammatories, and antibiotics, consumption of alcohol or foods that irritate the stomach, poor eating habits, poor diet, stress, viral infections, the presence of bile in the stomach, and so on.
Remember that...
Gastritis can cause ulcers, which can lead to severe bleeding and stomach perforation requiring urgent and dangerous surgery. These situations can endanger your life and health.
Remember that...
If left untreated, gastritis can cause stomach cancer. In fact, gastritis is the leading cause of stomach cancer worldwide!
Don't forget that gastric cancer is one of the most common cancers in Mexico and the world, and that it is a very aggressive cancer with rapid progression and high mortality.
Don't get overconfident!
Many of the common symptoms of gastritis can be the same as, or similar to, those of stomach cancer. Stomach cancer is increasingly occurring in younger patients.
Symptoms
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Stomach discomfort
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Sharp pain in the upper stomach
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Heartburn
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Indigestion
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Feeling full quickly after eating little
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Frequent burping
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Hiccups
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Loss of appetite
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Bloating
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Weight loss
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Fatigue
Endoscopy is a fundamental procedure and the best for diagnosing gastritis, as it allows the doctor to directly observe the inside of the stomach using a flexible tube with a camera (endoscope).
An endoscopy can accurately determine the cause and origin of your gastritis. During the procedure, tissue samples (biopsies) can be taken for analysis. The most reliable and accurate diagnosis is achieved through endoscopy.
This study also helps to rule out stomach cancer. It helps us detect pre-malignant lesions or lesions that have a risk of becoming cancerous in the future.
At Dr. Ricardo Alcocer Tamayo's specialized gastritis clinic, we specialize in the comprehensive diagnosis of gastritis, taking a holistic approach that includes everything from medical treatment to specialized studies to provide you with security, certainty, and confidence in your diagnosis. At our gastritis clinic, we not only focus on your illness, signs, and symptoms, but we also value your opinion and your expectations.
We understand that gastritis is not just a symptom-based disease, but that it involves
We will provide you with medication, guidance on your diet and what to eat, instructions on how to develop healthy eating habits, and personalized follow-up.
We'll give you the security and peace of mind you deserve!
It goes beyond simply giving you medication, running tests, or ordering analyses. It involves your emotional well-being, the stress and desperation of having this condition. We know it affects your family, work, and personal life. Gastritis impacts our quality of life and generates mental and emotional stress. We understand the frustration of not being able to eat anything, of having to change your routine every day, of the impact on your family, of being fed up with not finding answers. We are going to listen to you. That's why, at Dr. Ricardo Alcocer Tamayo's clinic, we don't just care about illnesses; we care about you.
Join the thousands of patients who have regained their gastrointestinal health with us!
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