James Hammond is a 37-year-old business executive. He travels worldwide and has a very stressful schedule. He self-diagnosed an episode of food poisoning. However, after 5 days of nausea, vomiting, and blood in his stool, he visits his physician and is diagnosed with gastritis. Mr. Hammond's gastritis may have been caused by ____.

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Gastritis can be caused by a bacterial infection, most commonly by Helicobacter pylori. Other factors such as excessive alcohol consumption, excessive use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and stress can also contribute to gastritis. Intake of acidic foods or high-fiber foods may exacerbate existing gastritis, but not usually the primary cause. Antibodies are not typically involved in the development of gastritis.

James Hammond Is a 37-Year-Old Business Executive