Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. We’ve all dealt with a stomachache now and then, but what happens when stomach pain is a sign of something more serious? Just ...

You can treat gastritis by avoiding alcohol and trigger foods like chocolate and spicy foods. Gastritis treatment might also involve taking OTC acid reducers or prescription medications. The causes of ...

The most common reason you have gastritis is an infection with the bacteria H. pylori. Excessive use of NSAIDs can damage your stomach lining, which leads to gastritis. You may develop gastritis if ...

Stomach pain is no joke — those who have suffered the gnawing, burning sensation know it can send you to the sidelines for hours at a time. What’s not always clear is the cause of abdominal discomfort ...

Emphysematous gastritis is a rare and life-threatening condition often caused by gas-forming bacterial infections. This case describes a woman in her 40s with no significant medical history, ...

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria that infects the stomach and small bowel. It is often symptomless, but it can increase the risk of ulcers, gastritis, and cancer, all of which can ...

It started with a few symptoms. My stomach complained whenever I ate chocolate or drank coffee. I'd feel terrible for days after eating ice cream. Heartburn — at the ripe old age of 20 — kept me from ...

Dr. Stanley is a pathologist in private practice in Nobleboro, Maine, and an editor for DynaMed. Dr. Brown is a neurologist and deputy editor for DynaMed (www.dynamicmedical.com), a database of ...

A feeling of tightness in a person’s stomach is usually the result of digestive or hormonal issues. The sensation often goes away on its own, but it can also signal an underlying health issue. Share ...