I've been diagnosed with reactive gastropathy or chemical gastritis last month after my endoscopy. Symptoms started back in July so I've had it for almost 3 months. It's been discouraging to say the least. I've tried so many things from ppis, slippery elm, marshmallow root, aloe vera, zinc carnosine, l glutamine and basically spent a lot on other natural herbs. Recently I've tried a drug named Mucosta from Japan. You can order from Ebay but it might take a while to get here. But so far it's the only thing that has helped me along with l glutamine. It doesn't hurt to try. Some people have had some adverse reactions to it but others have found it beneficial. You can also look into Siberian Pine Nut Oil available on Amazon. I feel like it has helped me too. I hope you can find this helpful.. Good luck to you...

Hi just wanted to say I'm feeling the same. Before gastritis I was very fit and loved playing sports and exercise. Now I have lost a stone feel constantly bloated and a dull ache in abdomen. I feel weak all the time and miserable. Im 34 yo. How are you feeling now?

I had the endoscopy (they found gastritis), but the procedure was not bad at all.

Were you ever tested for H Pylori? I still have gastritis after being on the Pantaprozole for months and altering my diet to be lower in acid. At my next appointment, I'm going to ask if they tested me for H Pylori.

I was prescribed omeprazole. I've been on it for about 8 days and so far feel no different since when the symptoms started over 2 months ago. Trying the plain diet also.

Plain diet is the only way to go. Small portions as well. Gastritis is a challenge but with a disciplined approach you will get to a way better place. Stay within the GERD rules and you will get there.

Ok thanks Lesley. I've also spoke to doctor and arranged counseling re the feelings of despair I am having. I recently felt very down I think I just broke having felt this way for nearly 3 months. I am determined to stick to the diet and play sports again.

VT86.

Gastritis is a challenging issue! It can make you feel like you can't function! It is depressing but there is hope. Mental health can cause gastritis to develop. Good you are getting help that way. I am a major exrciser too. I got to a good place but it does take a ton of discipline. Usually this is easier for us athletic types. Discipline is part of why we do it. I cant stress enough how important the plain diet is and paying close attention to what makes your gastritis worse. Small meals are the key as well but also not letting your stomach be empty for too long too. In the middle of the night burning would start for me. I would have a half piece of whole wheat bread. Oatmeal is really good for this issue. Gastritis is a 3 steps forward and 2 steps back process. It took me a year to get rid of it without taking ppi's. I took zantac here and there. You have to learn the diet part. Taking a ppi doesnt teach you the diet part because it stops the acid. Once you stop taking a ppi, you are not sure what is bad or good for you to eat. It can take months for the lining of the stomach to heal. Then you have to be careful for another year or so. You may never be able to eat or drink certain foods much at all again. Black pepper started gastritis for me and 9 years later I still have to be careful with it but I can have most everything else and have for a long time now. Gastritis can come back. You need to nip it in the bud as soon as you feel it once you have gotten rid of it. There are so many million nerves in the lining of the stomach, no wonder gastritis can make you feel terrible. I think the lining of the stomach is never quite the same once you have had gastritis. That is why you can still have it start up a bit again years later but if you stay disciplined you can avoid a flareup for years.

VT86.

Gastritis is a challenging issue! It can make you feel like you can't function! It is depressing but there is hope. Mental health can cause gastritis to develop. Good you are getting help that way. I am a major exerciser too. I got to a good place but it does take a ton of discipline. Usually this is easier for us athletic types. Discipline is part of why we do it. I cant stress enough how important the plain diet is and paying close attention to what makes your gastritis worse. Small meals are the key as well but also not letting your stomach be empty for too long too. In the middle of the night burning would start for me. I would have a half piece of whole wheat bread. Oatmeal is really good for this issue. Gastritis is a 3 steps forward and 2 steps back process. It took me a year to get rid of it without taking ppi's. I took zantac here and there. You have to learn the diet part. Taking a ppi doesnt teach you the diet part because it stops the acid. Once you stop taking a ppi, you are not sure what is bad or good for you to eat. It can take months for the lining of the stomach to heal. Then you have to be careful for another year or so. You may never be able to eat or drink certain foods much at all again. Black pepper started gastritis for me and 9 years later I still have to be careful with it but I can have most everything else and have for a long time now. Gastritis can come back. You need to nip it in the bud as soon as you feel it once you have gotten rid of it. There are so many million nerves in the lining of the stomach, no wonder gastritis can make you feel terrible. I think the lining of the stomach is never quite the same once you have had gastritis. That is why you can still have it start up a bit again years later but if you stay disciplined you can avoid a flareup for years.

It is important to remember mental health issues and gastritis are closely linked. After having been on this site since 2012, I have noticed many have developed gastritis due to a mental health issues and it can continue the gastritis for a long time unless you treat the mental health part. If this applies to you, work on the mental health part as best as you can. Get it treated. They are closely tied together. Anxiety at the least can bring on gastritis.

I am sure this will get better for you with the right help. Hang in there!

This got duplicated above but read the last paragraph on the mental health part.

Lesley, thank you for this post! It was encouraging.

Thanks Lesley

Yes I have struggled a lot with the mental health part, and I need to get in a good place to give this a chance.

My problem at the moment is sleeping. I always wake up in the middle of the night and can't get back to sleep. Will try the bread tip

Get the endoscopy to confirm if you have Gastritis. It is a very safe procedure with minimal risks.