10 Common Causes of Upper Stomach Pain
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Gastritis
Acute gastritis can occur suddenly and is often caused by such things as bacterial infections, some viruses, stress and ingesting irritants, such as alcohol or steroids.2‘Gastritis ‘Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 3 Apr. 2020, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gastritis/symptoms-causes/syc-20355807 Acute gastritis can cause the stomach to inflame, making it painful for the individual.
Autoimmune diseases could cause chronic gastritis, such as autoimmune thyroiditis, type one diabetes and Addison's disease. Crohn's disease could also be another cause of chronic gastritis. Bacterial infections are generally managed with antibiotics and eating a less acidic diet.
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