Feel full and nauseous after eating just a little, but then feel hungry again shortly afterward.
May 25, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
In general, if you feel full and nauseous immediately after eating, but then feel hungry again shortly afterward, it may be caused by indigestion, Helicobacter pylori infection, gastritis, or other conditions. Besides these three causes, it could also result from gastric mucosal injury, thyroid disorders, diabetes, or other diseases. It is recommended to visit a hospital for examination, identify the underlying cause, and receive appropriate treatment accordingly.
Generally, feeling full and nauseous immediately after eating, followed by hunger shortly afterward, may be caused by conditions such as indigestion, Helicobacter pylori infection, gastritis, and other diseases. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Indigestion
Indigestion typically presents with upper abdominal discomfort, accompanied by symptoms such as post-meal fullness, bloating, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, acid reflux, and heartburn. It is recommended to establish healthy eating habits, consume light meals in small portions more frequently, avoid raw, cold, or irritating foods, and engage in appropriate physical activity based on individual constitution to promote gastrointestinal motility. Follow medical advice for taking digestive aid medications, such as Jianwei Xiaoshi tablets, Lactase Enzyme Dispersible tablets, or Compound Digestive Enzyme Capsules.
2. Helicobacter pylori infection
After H. pylori infection, some patients may experience nausea, acid reflux, belching, reduced appetite, bad breath, and early satiety after meals. Inflammation caused by H. pylori in the stomach can lead to disordered gastric motility, possibly resulting in alternating sensations of fullness and hunger. Patients are advised to visit a hospital for thorough evaluation and receive targeted treatment accordingly.
3. Gastritis
Patients with gastritis commonly exhibit symptoms including mid-to-upper abdominal pain, bloating, belching, nausea, loss of appetite, and gastrointestinal bleeding, although clinical manifestations may vary depending on the type of gastritis. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical attention to prevent disease progression.
Besides the above three causes, such symptoms could also result from gastric mucosal injury, thyroid disorders, diabetes, and other conditions. It is advisable to go to the hospital for proper examination, identify the underlying cause, and receive appropriate treatment accordingly.
