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Factors Associated with Gastritis Symptoms Among College Students

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Widya Sihotang1, *, Fili Widiani Hura1, Styfani Karo – Karo1, Masdalena Nasution1, Andre Budi1, Marshall Jeremia Nadapdap1, Riky Suherman Simanjuntak1
1Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Science, Universitas Prima Indonesia, Medan, Indonesia
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Widya Sihotang
Available Online 31 March 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-664-2_5How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Gastritis; Risk factors; Diet; Stress patterns; College Students
Abstract

Gastritis is a global health issue affecting all age groups, including university students. This study aimed to identify dominant risk factors for gastritis among students in Medan City in 2024. An analytical observational study with a cross-sectional approach was conducted on 513 respondents selected through purposive sampling, with a minimum sample size of 286 based on the Lameshow formula. Data were analyzed using bivariate and multivariate methods to determine the relationship between independent variables and gastritis symptoms at a 95% significance level. The Chi-square test revealed a significant relationship between dietary patterns (p = 0.021) and stress (p = 0.005) with gastritis symptoms. Other variables, such as age, eating habits, residence, and sleep patterns, were not statistically significant (p > 0.05). Multivariate analysis showed diet as the most dominant risk factor (OR = 3.045). Nutrition education, healthy eating habits, and improved access to nutritious foods are essential to reduce gastritis prevalence among students.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Lifestyle Diseases and Natural Medicine (ICOLIFEMED 2024)
Series
Advances in Health Sciences Research
Publication Date
31 March 2025
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978-94-6463-664-2
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2468-5739
DOI
10.2991/978-94-6463-664-2_5How to use a DOI?
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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