Gastritis: do you know how to recognize it from the symptoms?

Hands up who has never had a stomach ache . It has happened to everyone to have burning or pain caused by bad digestion, always after certain foods or in conjunction with a period in which we were not in great shape and usually everything is resolved with a bad day or a sleepless night.

If, on the other hand, the symptoms become more intense and persistent, it may be worthwhile to hear the doctor. Meanwhile we see how to recognize the symptoms of gastritis, even unexpected ones, such as back pain .

Gastritis, recognize it from the symptoms

There may be subtle symptoms, or even not immediately attributable to the gastritis itself, very often different from person to person. Usually they appear together, more than one at the same time ; some people with severe gastritis do not even experience symptoms.

They can manifest in an acute way, therefore very strong and for a short time, or chronic, more subtle. When to worry? If and when symptoms recur several times a month and increase in intensity. Let's see what are the most common symptoms from which to recognize gastritis:

Nausea, or recurrent stomach pain
Abdominal pain and swelling
Frequent indigestion and / or vomiting
Heartburn between meals or at night
Loss of appetite
Hiccup
Black stools
Back pain: pain radiates to the back, located in the dorsal area.

Some symptoms associated with gastritis can also be symptoms of other diseases : it is always better to consult your doctor to get a clear diagnosis of gastritis . Untreated gastritis can cause blood loss and degenerate into more severe conditions.

Gastritis: beyond symptoms, what is it?

Gastritis is an inflammation, with irritation and erosion of the internal mucosa of the stomach, following the excessive production of gastric juices.

It can have various causes, including alcohol abuse, chronic or induced vomiting (in the case of eating disorders), excessive use of drugs without a gastroprotector (that is, that does not affect the mucous membrane of the stomach), stress and nervousness.

It may also be due to the presence of a bacterium, Helicobacter pylori, viral infections or a consequence of other diseases, including pernicious anemia and autoimmune diseases, or problems with bile ducts with bile reflux . Artificial respirators can cause irritation and gastritis.