| Duodenitis | |
|---|---|
| Duodenum(marked) | |
| Specialty | Gastroenterology |
Duodenitis isinflammation of theduodenum. It may persist acutely or chronically.[1]
Known symptoms of duodenitis include:
Known causes of duodenitis include:[2]
Diagnosis is generally made byendoscopy with biopsy to evaluatehistology. Review of symptoms and associated conditions is important.
Treatment is aimed at removing the irritant or infection.Helicobacter pylori infection is usually treated withantibiotics.
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