Inflammation of the gastric (stomach) lining is called gastritis. It is most often caused by irritation of the gastric lining due to excessive alcohol intake, bacterial infection, chronic vomiting, or prolonged use of certain painkillers. The symptoms are nausea, vomiting, indigestion, heartburn, stomach pain, etc.
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I have had stomach cramps and pain for a week. I also get heartburn after eating. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have been having stomach cramps and pain for about a week now. The pain is there for most of the time. It seems to get worse when I eat and I have heartburn. I had a history of problems associated with gynecology and fertility. I am currently taking the medication Naproxen. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It seems you may be having gastritis or even a stomach ulcer. The most common cause of abdominal pain related to meals is peptic ulcer disease. In peptic ulcer disease, the pain could be worse without food or worse when y... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 32-year-old male and I have had the feeling of vomiting for the last two days. Suddenly this morning I vomited twice. I do not drink alcohol or smoke. I live alone and I mostly eat food ordered from restaurants. I have been eating outside food for the last four years and nothing ha... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern.A history of nausea and vomiting related to gastritis which is an infection or inflammation of the stomach. Other symptoms which may further suggest gastritis may include a general feeling of illness known as malaise, a... Read Full »