What is lymphocytic gastritis?
Lymphocytic gastritis is an uncommon inflammatory disease where lymphocytes (white blood cell) are fluidised in the stomach mucosa and leads to irritation and intestinal symptoms.
What are the common symptoms of lymphocytic gastritis?
It usually presents itself with upper abdominal pain or burning, nausea sometimes with the occasional oral vomiting, premature fullness after eating, bloating, indigestion, appetite loss and light weight loss.
How is lymphocytic gastritis diagnosed?
It is diagnosed through upper endoscopy using biopsy. A pathologist analyses the stomach tissue sample whether it has more gastric lining lymphocytes.
What is the ICD-10 code for lymphocytic gastritis?
The lymphocytic gastritis code under the ICD-10 is K29.5.
Where can I review pathology outlines for my biopsy?
Detailed report of the lymphocyte counts and other pertinent results in your gastric tissue will be presented to you by your gastroenterologist or in the pathology laboratory.
Is lymphocytic gastritis a form of cancer?
No. Lymphocytic gastritis is not malignant. The inflammation however can at times mimic other more Alarming conditions that may be seen on imageries or endoscopy so a Biopsy is necessary.
How serious is lymphocytic gastritis?
Although it may be very uncomfortable and incompletive in the case where it has not been treated, lymphocytic gastritis can be treated with the right group of medications, change in diet and overview of the underlying cause that may have triggered the condition.
Can dietary changes help manage lymphocytic gastritis?
Yes. It is possible to prevent inflammation and the symptoms with avoiding trigger foods, including gluten (sensitive or celiac disease), spicy foods, alcohol, and NSAIDs.
How do I find a specialist for lymphocytic gastritis in Houston?
GastroDoxs is a place in Houston that you can appoint. We have a gastroenterologist who is board-certified in socializing and treating lymphocytic gastritis.
When should I see a doctor for stomach symptoms?
Whenever your stomach is in constant pain, sleep is rapidly disappearing off you, you are developed with chronic indigestion or other digestive complications that something over the counter fails to do, it is time to see a gastroenterologist.