Does reflux esophagitis cause mucus in stool?

Written by Si Li Li
Gastroenterology
Updated on February 17, 2025
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The symptoms of reflux esophagitis mainly manifest as chest pain, acid reflux, as well as upper abdominal bloating, belching, nausea and vomiting, etc. Generally, it does not involve the occurrence of mucus in stools. If mucus in stools occurs, we consider two diseases. The first one is chronic colitis, which can cause abdominal pain and diarrhea, and sometimes mucus in stools. The other is ulcerative colitis, whose main symptoms are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and stools with mucus and pus blood. A colonoscopy can be conducted to determine which specific disease is present, and then targeted treatment can be administered based on the results of the colonoscopy.

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What is the treatment for reflux esophagitis?

The main symptoms of reflux esophagitis include upper abdominal pain, chest pain, belching, acid reflux, nausea, and vomiting. By conducting an endoscopy, the diagnosis of reflux esophagitis can be confirmed if the mucous membrane of the esophagus shows signs of hyperemia, edema, erosion, and ulcers. Treatment mainly involves acid suppression and gastric protection, promoting motility, and mucosal repair, which generally takes six to eight weeks. Dietary adjustments are also important, focusing on a bland and easily digestible diet. It is recommended to avoid spicy, stimulating, fried, grilled, and baked foods, as well as reducing sweet foods. Consumables such as porridge, soup, or noodles, which are easier to digest, are advised.

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Is Grade C reflux esophagitis serious?

Reflux esophagitis is classified into grades A, B, C, and D according to the severity of the condition, primarily based on the extent of damage to the esophageal mucosa. Grade C reflux esophagitis, in particular, is considered when up to 75% of the circumferential esophageal mucosa is damaged, which is relatively severe. Further progression can lead to ulcers or even severe damage to the entire esophageal mucosa. Therefore, Grade C reflux esophagitis is considered to be quite serious.

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What are the symptoms of reflux esophagitis?

Common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) include upper abdominal distension, chest pain, belching, acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Gastroscopy may reveal lesions in the esophageal mucosa, facilitating a GERD diagnosis. Lesion sizes and severity are graded from A to D (ABCD), with Grade A being the mildest and Grade D the most severe. The main treatments include promoting gastric motility, suppressing acid production, and protecting the gastric mucosa, typically over an eight-week course. GERD is closely related to poor gastric motility, so patients are advised to increase physical activity, which can help enhance gastrointestinal motility and strengthen gastric motility, alleviating GERD symptoms.

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Is reflux esophagitis related to staying up late?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may not be closely related to staying up late. However, patients with GERD should still pay attention to rest, balance work and leisure, and try to minimize staying up late. The occurrence of GERD is considerably related to one's diet. If a patient consumes strong tea, coffee, spirits, spicy or irritating foods, or high-fat foods, it could easily trigger an episode of GERD or worsen the symptoms in patients. The primary symptoms of GERD include heartburn, belching, nausea, etc. Treatment involves suppressing stomach acid secretion and promoting gastrointestinal motility.

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What are the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease?

The following are some symptoms: The most common and typical symptom is heartburn. It mainly manifests as a burning discomfort or pain behind the sternum and below the xiphoid process. This usually occurs about an hour after eating and may extend upward from the lower end of the sternum to the neck and between the shoulder blades, often accompanied by nausea. Another common symptom is acid reflux, which generally occurs more often on an empty stomach. Another symptom is chest pain, mainly caused by irritation of the esophageal mucosa leading to spasms. There is also difficulty swallowing, which is quite common; initially, it is often caused by a stress-induced spasm. In later stages, it is mostly due to the proliferation of fibrous tissue forming scars, leading to esophageal narrowing. Some less common symptoms include stomach bloating, pharyngitis, cough, asthma, and others.