A 50-year-old woman with long-standing rheumatoid ahritis complains of weakness and fatigue. She states that her stools have recently become black after taking a new nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Gastroscopy shows numerous superficial, bleeding mucosal defects. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: Acute erosive gastritis
Description: - Clinical features given suggests the diagnosis of Acute erosive gastritis. - Acute hemorrhagic gastritis-imbalance between protective and damaging factors Necrosis of mucosa is seen RISK FACTORS- Alcohol Drugs - NSAIDS and Anti-cancer drugs Uremia Stress- ICU, burns- curling ulcer clinical feature- Epigastric pain, nausea and vomiting.
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