Gastroduodenitis, unspecified
Gastroduodenitis is an inflammation, or irritation, of the lining of your stomach and the first part of your small intestine.
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Your digestive system is a long tube that processes food. Gastroduodenitis specifically affects the stomach (gastritis) and the duodenum (duodenitis), which is the very beginning of the small intestine that connects to the stomach.
When the protective lining of these two areas becomes swollen or irritated, it interferes with how your body digests food. Because this condition is labeled as 'unspecified,' it means your doctor has identified that there is inflammation in these specific areas, but they are still investigating the exact reason behind the irritation.
Common Symptoms
- A burning or gnawing ache in the middle of your upper abdomen.
- Feeling full very quickly after starting to eat.
- Nausea or the urge to throw up.
- Frequent burping or gas.
- A feeling of bloating or tightness in the upper belly.