What are the symptoms of reflux esophagitis?

Written by Si Li Li
Gastroenterology
Updated on May 01, 2025
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The common symptoms of reflux esophagitis include chest pain, bloating in the upper abdomen, belching, acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, etc. If these symptoms occur, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a gastroscopy. If the gastroscopy reveals damage or ulcers on the mucous membrane of the esophagus, it can be diagnosed as reflux esophagitis. Reflux esophagitis is classified into four grades based on the size of the mucosal damage. Grade A is the lowest and as the grade increases, it indicates a higher severity of the condition. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, standardized treatment should be administered. The treatment mainly includes acid suppression, promoting gastric motility, and protecting the mucosa. The general course of treatment lasts about eight weeks, after which the symptoms can disappear, and the disease can be cured.

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What is the cause of ear pain in reflux esophagitis?

Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease generally do not experience ear pain. If a patient does have ear pain, it is advised to visit an ENT (ear, nose, and throat) doctor at a hospital to determine the cause. The main symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease include reflux and a burning sensation in the stomach. These symptoms are the most common and typical, often occurring about an hour after a meal, and some patients may experience reflux during night sleep as well. Additional symptoms can include heartburn, nausea, chronic cough, asthma, etc. However, generally speaking, it does not cause ear pain.

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Is reflux esophagitis related to nasal discharge reflux?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and nasal discharge reflux are usually not directly related. GERD is caused by excessive gastric acid secretion due to chronic gastritis and gastric ulcers in patients, which refluxes into the esophagus and throat, causing reflux esophagitis. Nasal discharge reflux, on the other hand, is mainly related to chronic sinusitis in patients, both of which can cause inflammation and discomfort in the patient's throat. For patients with GERD, the main treatment involves controlling acid suppression through medication. Common medications include proton pump inhibitors and comprehensive gastric acid relaxants. Additionally, for patients experiencing nasal discharge reflux, diagnosis is primarily through nasal endoscopy and paranasal sinus CT scan. For patients with sinusitis, treatment usually requires medications and surgery to open the sinus passages to improve symptoms and achieve healing.

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Can people with reflux esophagitis eat sweet potatoes?

Sweet potatoes can increase the secretion of stomach acid, and it is not recommended for those with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to consume sweet potatoes. GERD is a type of gastroesophageal reflux disease that refers to the damage to the esophageal mucosa caused by the reflux of acid or alkali. During an endoscopy, defects in the esophageal mucosa, or ulcers, can be observed. GERD is graded based on the size of these ulcers and the extent of erosion, with four levels of severity. The larger the damage, the higher the grade, indicating a more severe case of GERD. Therefore, those with GERD must be cautious about their diet. It is essential to quit smoking and drinking alcohol, avoid strong tea and coffee, and try not to consume foods that are rich, greasy, fried, spicy, or grilled. Foods like milk, soy milk, glutinous rice, and sweet potatoes, which can increase the secretion of stomach acid, are also not recommended. Thus, it is advised that people with GERD avoid consuming sweet potatoes.

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The location of chest pain for reflux esophagitis is where?

The main symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) include upper abdominal bloating, chest pain, belching, acid reflux, nausea, and vomiting. The chest pain usually occurs in the middle of the line connecting the two nipples, just below the sternum. A gastroscopy can reveal lesions on the mucous membrane of the esophagus, which can be used to diagnose gastroesophageal reflux disease. Depending on the size of the lesions, GERD can be classified into four grades: A, B, C, and D, with Grade A being the mildest and Grade D the most severe. Treatment mainly focuses on promoting gastric motility, repairing the mucous membrane, and acid suppression to protect the stomach. GERD is mainly related to poor gastric motility, so it is also helpful to increase physical activity to enhance gastrointestinal motility and improve gastric function, which can positively affect the recovery from the disease.

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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.