Duodenitis

Duodenitis is inflammation of the duodenum. It may persist acutely or chronically.

Causes

Known causes of duodenitis include:

• Bacterial infection
• Viral infection
• NSAIDs
• Autoimmune diseases (ie. Crohn's disease)
• Idiopathic

Symptoms

Known symptoms of duodenitis include:

• Abdominal pain
• vomiting
• nausea
• discomfort in stomach

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is generally made by endoscopy and reviewing symptoms.

Treatment

Treatment is aimed at removing the irritant or infection. Helicobacter pylori infection is usually treated with antibiotics.