Gastric Issues
Gastric issues refer to diseases affecting the digestive system, particularly the stomach and intestines. Here are common gastric diseases along with their symptoms:
Gastritis (Stomach Inflammation)
Symptoms:
- Burning or gnawing stomach pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Bloating
- Loss of appetite
- Black or tarry stools (if bleeding occurs)
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Symptoms:
- Heartburn (burning sensation in the chest)
- Acid reflux (regurgitation of food or sour liquid)
- Difficulty swallowing
- Chronic cough or sore throat
- Hoarseness in the morning
Peptic Ulcers (Stomach or Duodenal Ulcers)
Symptoms:
- Burning stomach pain (worse when hungry)
- Nausea
- Bloating
- Unexplained weight loss
- Blood in stool or vomit (in severe cases)
Acid Reflux / Heartburn
Symptoms:
- Burning sensation in the chest after eating
- Sour taste in the mouth
- Burping and bloating
- Worsening symptoms when lying down
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Symptoms:
- Abdominal cramps
- Bloating
- Alternating diarrhea and constipation
- Mucus in stool
- Gas and discomfort
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) – Includes Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis
Symptoms:
- Chronic diarrhea
- Severe abdominal pain
- Rectal bleeding
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
Food Poisoning
Symptoms:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Stomach cramps
- Diarrhea
- Fever and chills
- Dehydration
Stomach Flu (Viral Gastroenteritis)
Symptoms:
- Watery diarrhea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Fever
- Stomach cramps
- Muscle aches
Constipation
Symptoms:
- Hard, dry stools
- Difficulty passing stool
- Bloating
- Abdominal discomfort
Diarrhea
Symptoms:
- Frequent, loose, or watery stools
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea
- Dehydration
Gas & Bloating
Symptoms:
- Excessive burping
- Stomach swelling
- Pain or discomfort
- Flatulence
Gallbladder Disease (Gallstones, Cholecystitis)
Symptoms:
- Severe upper abdominal pain (especially after fatty meals)
- Nausea and vomiting
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin)
- Fever
Celiac Disease (Gluten Intolerance)
Symptoms:
- Chronic diarrhea or constipation
- Bloating and gas
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
- Skin rash
Lactose Intolerance
Symptoms:
- Bloating and gas after consuming dairy
- Diarrhea
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea