Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Lymphocytic gastritis is a rare type of stomach inflammation. It happens when immune cells, called lymphocytes, build up in the stomach lining. This can lead to pain, discomfort, or stomach upset. The ICD-10 code for lymphocytic gastritis is K29.5.
He reviews your symptoms, diet history, family or personal celiac risk, medication use (like NSAIDs), and lifestyle factors such as alcohol or tobacco.
We check for anemia and perform celiac serology (tTG-IgA) to screen for gluten-sensitive enteropathy.
Non-invasive tests-urea breath test or stool antigen-detect Helicobacter pylori infection, a common trigger for gastritis.
In selected cases, further tests'such as stool studies, allergy panels, or repeat endoscopy-help rule out other causes and guide therapy.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Celiac disease, H. pylori infection, autoimmune conditions, or certain medications like NSAIDs and other painkillers.
It's uncomfortable and can cause chronic inflammation, but it's rarely dangerous when properly treated.
No. This condition is not cancer, though untreated chronic gastritis may lead to complications.
Yes. Long-term inflammation in the stomach lining may increase the risk of ulcers in some people.
On biopsy, it shows a high number of lymphocytes in the stomach lining, which distinguishes it from other types.
Yes. The ICD-10 code for lymphocytic gastritis is K29.5.
A bland, low-acid, low-fat diet is best. If you have celiac disease, follow a strict gluten-free diet.
Most patients experience relief within 4 to 8 weeks with appropriate dietary changes and medications.
Yes. An endoscopy with biopsy is the only way to confirm lymphocytic gastritis by checking lymphocyte levels in the tissue.
There's no clear genetic link, but it may be more common in families with celiac disease or other autoimmune disorders.
