Carditis (Gastric Cardia Inflammation)

Carditis is inflammation of the gastric cardia (proximal stomach near gastroesophageal junction), often associated with GERD, H. pylori infection, or chemical gastropathy, presenting with epigastric pain, heartburn, nausea, and dyspepsia. Treatment: PPI/antacids; H. pylori eradication if positive; avoid NSAIDs/irritants; lifestyle (small meals, avoid late meals/alcohol); endoscopy with biopsy to rule out malignancy/Barrett; follow-up; treat underlying GERD.

Common Symptoms

Epigastric pain; heartburn; nausea; dyspepsia; by GERD/H. pylori/chemical

Causes and Pathogenesis

Reflux/H. pylori/chemical causes gastric-cardia mucosal inflammation.

Treatment

PPI/antacids; H. pylori eradication; lifestyle; endoscopy follow-up

Preventive Measures

Avoid irritants; treat GERD; H. pylori screening.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Gastroenterology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.