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autoimmune gastritis
Coverage of autoimmune gastritis in the Nexus archive.
- Bryan Johnson’s chronic disease is notoriously difficult to diagnose
Longevity entrepreneur Bryan Johnson has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis, a chronic condition where the body's antibodies attack stomach cells, impairing iron absorption. The disease increases the risk of stomach cancer and can lead to vitamin B12 deficiencies causing anemia and neurological issues.
- A woman who has autoimmune gastritis, the same condition as Bryan Johnson shares what it's like to live with it
Lori Taylor, 60, was diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis (AIG) in 2018, the same condition as Bryan Johnson. The chronic immune disorder causes the body to attack stomach acid-producing cells, leading to nutrient absorption issues and symptoms like hair loss, brain fog, and dysgraphia. Taylor, a registered dietitian, is pursuing a doctorate to research the condition.