Gastritis Vs Acid Reflux Disease: Don’t Confuse Them Because They Are Not the Same
Pay close attention… these two diseases have different symptoms!!
Abdominal pain indicating “gastritis” includes a feeling of tightness or pressure under the sternum, above the navel, and under the left rib cage. The pain often comes and goes and is related to meal times, meaning it may occur before or after eating. In contrast, “acid reflux disease” symptoms usually occur 30-60 minutes after meals. Patients feel a burning sensation in the chest or under the sternum, frequent burping, and a sensation of bitter or sour liquid refluxing up into the mouth.
Although different… both can be dangerous enough to cause “cancer”
Gastritis → Stomach Cancer
If the tight pain under the sternum intensifies to the point where you cannot sleep, experience vomiting or bloody stools, difficulty swallowing, weight loss, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), or a lump in the abdomen, these may be warning signs of stomach cancer.
Acid Reflux Disease → Esophageal Cancer
If the burning sensation in the chest increases in frequency to more than twice a week, along with difficulty swallowing, feeling like there is a lump in the throat, chest pain, and antacids no longer relieve the symptoms, these are signs that you should see a doctor immediately!!
If you don’t want to endure stomach pain… take care of yourself
- Avoid drinking tea, coffee, and alcoholic beverages
- Eat meals on time, do not let your stomach be empty, eat in moderate amounts, and avoid spicy foods
- Exercise regularly
- Get enough rest and avoid stress
