Is chronic gastritis hereditary? Disease Encyclopedia Network

by snakeszf1 on 2008-12-22 12:49:28

Chronic gastritis is a common disease of the digestive tract, with a tendency for its incidence to increase with age. Relevant experts believe, based on research results regarding the prevalence of chronic atrophic gastritis among both parents, that the onset of chronic gastritis may have some association with genetic factors. Although there is some correlation, its impact is extremely small.