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Gastritis Treatment

Gastritis Treatment Available at Gastro Health & Nutrition

Are you experiencing persistent stomach discomfort? If so, you may be dealing with a common condition known as gastritis. At Gastro Health & Nutrition in Texas, our board-certified gastroenterologist  and dedicated staff are ready to help you understand, manage, and treat this condition.

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Understanding Gastritis & The Symptoms You Should Not Ignore

Gastritis refers to inflammation of the stomach lining, often resulting from bacterial infection, regular use of certain pain relievers, or excessive alcohol consumption. Its symptoms can vary, with the most common ones being listed below.

    • Upset stomach or pain

    • Abdominal bloating

    • Nausea and vomiting

    • Loss of appetite

    • Burning sensation in your gut, especially on an empty stomach

    • Indigestion

If you’ve noticed any of these symptoms persisting, it’s important to take the right steps towards gastritis treatment. Ignoring them could potentially lead to severe health complications like stomach ulcers and even stomach cancer.

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Steps to Take: Navigating Gastritis with Confidence

As soon as you notice any gastritis symptoms, it’s essential to consult a healthcare professional immediately. Here at Gastro Health & Nutrition, we’re dedicated to helping you navigate your health journey, starting from accurate diagnosis to treatment. Our gastroenterologist will conduct thorough diagnostic tests, such as an endoscopy or a breath test for certain infections, blood and or stool testing for pathology. These tests can help in establishing the causative agents such as certain infections like helicobacter pylori or other factors.

Upon diagnosis, your gastroenterologist’s recommended treatment plan will be created to suit your condition. This could include medications to suppress excessive gastric acid production or bolster the defense mechanism of the gastrointestinal lining. Other treatments include eliminating certain foods from your diet, or antibiotics if H. Pylori bacteria is present.

 We believe in a holistic approach to gastrointestinal health, focusing not just on treatment but also on long-term nutrition and lifestyle adjustments to prevent recurrence.

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Your Stomach Health is Our Priority

Don’t let gastritis symptoms disrupt your life any longer. At Gastro Health & Nutrition, our gastroenterologist team understands the impact that conditions like gastritis can have on your quality of life. That’s why our team is committed to providing you with exceptional digestive care in a comfortable environment. Our expert staff and physician, who is board-certified in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, offer comprehensive care and guidance every step of the way.

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Dharmendra Verma, M.D.

Dharmendra Verma, MD completed his residency training in Internal medicine at University of Texas, Houston along with MD Anderson Cancer Center, where subsequently, he received subspecialty fellowship in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition.