Symptoms of acute gastritis

What are the symptoms of acute gastritis? Symptoms of acute gastritis are: Severe abdominal pain in the epigastric region (in the upper central region of the abdomen). Nausea Vomiting Loss of appetite Diarrhea Abdominal cramps Other symptoms Other symptoms that may accompany the above: Headache Vertigo General fatigue Fever Extreme thirst Hypersalivation (excess production of saliva) Experiencing a bad taste in the mouth The vomit usually contains food remnants at the beginning, and later on they contain gastric liquids, mucous, and they could turn green due to bile reflux. Loss of appetite is always present, and at times it could be the only manifesting symptom. The patient is repulsed by food. Physical exam Upon a physical exam the patient exhibits: Pallor Discoloration of the tongue Halitosis (bad breath) Swelling, tension, and pain of the upper abdomen Types of acute gastritis Erosive gastritis Erosive gastritis is different from other gastritis conditions. It can be asymptomatic, and it could lead to digestive hemorrhage. Corrosive gastritis Corrosive gastritis exhibits other symptoms: Intense burns in the mouth and stomach Dysphagia (constriction of the esophagus, difficulty in swallowing) Erosion of the lips and the mouth cavity, the tongue, pharynges Cold sweats Shallow breathing Tachycardia Arterial hypotension The patient must seek immediate medical help, and be escorted to the hospital.