Duodenitis
# Duodenitis

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

## Symptoms

Known symptoms of duodenitis include:

* Abdominal pain
* vomiting
* nausea
* discomfort in stomach

## Causes

Known causes of duodenitis include:

* Helicobacter pylori infection
* Coeliac disease
* Bacterial infection
* Viral infection
* NSAIDs
* Autoimmune diseases (i.e. Crohn's disease)
* Duodenal lymphocytosis
* Idiopathic

## Type

* Acute duodenitis
* Chronic duodenitis

## Diagnosis

Diagnosis is generally made by endoscopy with biopsy to evaluate histology. Review of symptoms and associated conditions is important.

## Treatment

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

