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What is

non-atrophic gastritis

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Pronunciation: /nɑn atrophic* gæˈstraɪtəs/

non-atrophic gastritis

Definition

A condition marked by inflammation of the inner lining of the stomach. It is usually caused by an infection with the bacterium H. pylori that continues or worsens over a long period of time. Non-atrophic gastritis can lead to atrophic gastritis (thinning of the lining of the stomach caused by long-term inflammation) and certain types of stomach cancer.