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Risk Factors and Causes


Risk factors for gastritis include the following:

Alcohol use
Bacterial infection (e.g., Helicobacter pylori)
Certain medications

Aspirin
Chemotherapy drugs (used to destroy cancer cells)
Iron and potassium supplements
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen)
Steroids
Erosion or thinning of the stomach lining (e.g., due to age)
High levels of stress
Smoking

The most common cause for gastritis is infection ...Read the full article