By Dr. S. P. Pradhan on 7th January,2026
Recurrent gastritis, often classified as chronic gastritis, is a long term condition where persistent gastric symptoms recur, with complications.
Common triggers for Recurrent Gastritis
Diet-related
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Skipping meals or eating late at night
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Spicy, oily, fried or deep fried foods
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Excess tea or coffee especially on empty stomach
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Carbonated drinks
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Large heavy meals
Lifestyle-related
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Stress
- Poor sleep pattern
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Smoking or tobacco use
Medical causes
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Acid reflux (GERD)
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Gastritis
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H. pylori infection
Other causes
- Use of NSAIDs: Frequent use of pain killers like aceclofenac, ibuprofen, aspirin, or naproxen can inhibit substances that protect the stomach lining.
- Excessive Alcohol and Smoking: These are major irritants that can directly damage the lining and increase acid production.
- Autoimmune Gastritis: In this condition, our body’s immune system attacks its own stomach cells, often leading to gastritis.
How to manage the case of Recurrent Gastric Problems?
Eating habits
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Eat small but frequent meals
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Finish dinner at least 2–3 hours before sleep
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Avoid lying down immediately after taking meals
Foods that usually help
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Plain rice, dal or curd
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Oats, bananas, apples
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Boiled vegetables
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Warm water
Foods to limit or avoid
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Very spicy, fried or processed food
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Raw onions or garlic
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Sweets and bakery items
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Cold drinks
Stress & Mind–Gut Connection
The stomach is highly sensitive to stress
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Practice deep breathing
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Regular yoga
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Regular sleep cycle
Tests for recurrent Gastric problems
H. pylori test 1. Urea breath test- Here a liquid containing Urea is given to drink. Then the person is allowed to breathe. CO2 is emitted as urea is broken down by bacteria. 2. Stool antigen test 3. Blood antibody test- But it cannot distinguish between present and past infection.
- Ultrasound- It detects the ulcers or inflamed parts of stomach. It provides timely warning before any complications.
- Endoscopy– It is necessary for moderate to severe symptoms. Helpful in detecting epithelial integrity, inflammation and ulcers.
