Symptoms of chronic gastritis of the antrum
Disease description:
I have recently been feeling a persistent sensation of indigestion and a very uncomfortable feeling of fullness in my stomach. After visiting the hospital for an examination, the doctor diagnosed me with chronic antral gastritis. Could you please tell me what are the common symptoms of chronic antral gastritis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The main symptoms of chronic antral gastritis include:
1. Upper abdominal pain:表现为 dull, distending, or burning pain, which may worsen or improve after eating or during fasting.
2. Abdominal distension: Particularly after meals, caused by delayed gastric emptying and prolonged retention of food.
3. Belching and acid reflux: Increased gas in the stomach is expelled through the esophagus, causing belching; increased gastric acid secretion may lead to acid reflux and heartburn.
4. Nausea and vomiting: Inflammation irritates the gastric mucosa, and slowed gastric motility may result in nausea and vomiting.
5. Loss of appetite: Long-term inflammation affects the secretion of digestive enzymes by the gastric mucosa, leading to disinterest in food and reduced appetite.
