2 Different common diseases with similar symptoms Gastritis vs GERD
Center : Gastrointestinal and Liver Center
A large number of people confuse GERD symptoms with gastritis. Although both these diseases have some similar symptoms. But at the same time, there are also differences. Which particulars symptoms show and where the symptoms are shown are as follows
Gastritis |
GERD |
|---|---|
| Location of symptoms | |
| - Presence of ulcers in the gastrointestinal mucosa caused by frequent contact with gastric juices, lesions are found most often in the distal part of the stomach. | - Sphincter of the lower esophagus unusual loosen - Produces acidic gastric juices in the stomach - Acid reflux up into the esophagus |
| Description of symptoms | |
| - Pain, colic, and tightness under the epigastric area. - Abdominal pain before and after meals, even when stomach is empty or hungry - feeling bloated, gas, nausea, vomiting |
- Burning of the stomach area in the epigastric area - Burning sensation in the chest or neck - Difficulty swallowing, painful swallowing, nausea, vomiting - belching, sour or bitter taste in the mouth and throat, chronic cough, hoarseness |
You should pay attention and observe yourself, and distinguish the difference, to get an accurate and correct treatment and avoid further complications
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