How do I know if I have gastritis?

Symptoms of gastritis can vary in severity depending on the cause. Symptoms to look out for include:

   •    Stomach pain – as the stomach is inflamed, pain is common. This can vary in severity. Indigestion may also occur which can give rise to heartburn

   •    Loss of appetite – you may find you feel full after only a very small amount of food

   •    Nausea or vomiting – you may feel nauseous or even experience vomiting in severe episodes

   •    Indigestion – indigestion literally means ‘improper digestion’ and can indicate the stomach is distressed

   •    Blood in vomit or in stools – if inflammation is causing the stomach to bleed this can appear in vomit or as the blood travels through the digestive system, stools can appear black and tarry.

Visit our gastritis symptoms pages by clicking on the links above to learn more about these symptoms and why they might be happening. If your symptoms are serious or persist for more than a few days we advise you visit your doctor.