How Gastritis and Ulcers Damage the Stomach Lining
The stomach has an unusual job. It produces strong acid and digestive enzymes that help break down food, yet it must protect its own tissues from those same chemicals every day. Normally, a specialized stomach lining, or gastric mucosa, keeps this aggressive environment under control. Mucus, bicarbonate, healthy blood flow, and tightly connected epithelial cells … Read more