Gastritis
Inflammation of the stomach lining that can cause pain, nausea, and bloating. May be acute or chronic.
Also known as: inflamed stomach lining.
Category: Gastrointestinal
Drugs labeled for Gastritis
1 medication ingredients list an association with gastritis in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Gastritis
The following symptoms have been associated with Gastritis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal distention
Distention of the abdomen....
Bloating
A feeling of fullness, pressure, or swelling in the abdomen, often related to gas, digestion, or fluid retenti...
Nausea
A sensation of unease in the stomach together with an urge to vomit....
Poor appetite
A reduced desire to eat....
Upper Abdominal Pain
Pain in the upper central area of the abdomen, which can be related to the stomach, esophagus, pancreas, or ga...
Tests used to investigate Gastritis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Gastritis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
H. Pylori Igg Testing
This stool test is used to help diagnose H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) bacteria infections and/or to determi...
H. pylori Test
Detects Helicobacter pylori infection associated with ulcers and gastritis....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Gastritis, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency
Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Gastroparesis
A condition in which the stomach empties too slowly, causing nausea, vomiting, bloating, and early fullness....
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
A common functional disorder of the gut causing abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in bowel habits such as ...
Mitochondrial neurogastrointestinal encephalomyopathy
Mitochondrial neurogastrointestinal encephalomyopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with vario...
Ovarian Cancer
Cancer of the ovaries, which often causes vague symptoms such as bloating, pelvic pain, and feeling full quick...
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Open sores on the stomach or duodenum lining, often caused by H. pylori infection or NSAID use, causing burnin...
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for vomiting blood or black stools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gastritis?
Gastritis is a health condition described in medical literature. Inflammation of the stomach lining that can cause pain, nausea, and bloating. May be acute or chronic.
What are the symptoms of Gastritis?
Gastritis is associated with 5 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal distention, Bloating, Nausea, Poor appetite, Upper Abdominal Pain. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Gastritis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Gastritis include CBC with Differential, H. Pylori Igg Testing, H. pylori Test. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Gastritis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.