Diagnostic finding
Hypochlorhydria
A deficiency of hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach causing low gastric acidity.
Possible causes:
Medications: PPI, H2-blockers, antacids
Infection (Helicobacter pylori)
Autoimmune atrophic gastritis
Aging
Bariatric surgery
Also known as: Achlorhydria
Referencing diagnoses
Note: Lists existing diagnoses in Diagnotize only.