3. Indigestion
Another common and uncomfortable symptom that people who suffer from gastritis often report is indigestion. Indigestion is marked by a feeling of fullness in the stomach, abdominal pain, bloating, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. Ingestion can also cause a burning sensation in either the stomach, the esophagus, or both, excessive gas, and a gnawing feeling within the stomach.
Indigestion is a common symptom that can be experienced for a number of reasons, aside from gastritis, including eating oily or spicy foods, ulcers, issues with the gallbladder, and pancreatitis. In some cases, ingestion may not be a cause for concern; however, if you are experiencing indigestion on a constant basis, you should have a physical exam to rule out gastritis or other medical conditions. If your indigestion is also associated with intense vomiting, bloody vomit, vomit that resembles coffee grounds, blackened stools, or unexplained weight loss, you should seek immediate medical care.