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GastritisClick Image to EnlargeWhat is gastritis?Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining. While the lining of the stomach is quite strong and can withstand strong acid, drinking too much alcohol, eating spicy foods, or smoking can cause the lining to become inflamed and irritated.What causes of gastritis?Gastritis may be caused by the following:drinking too much alcoholeating spicy foodssmokingprolonged use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)infection with bacteria such a
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