Symptoms
Symptoms include:
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Burping
- Hiccuping
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea and vomiting
- Bloody or black vomit
- Dark black, tarry stools
Diagnosis
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done.
Tests may include:
- Upper GI Series (Barium Swallow) —a series of x-rays of the upper digestive system taken after drinking a barium solution
- Endoscopy —a thin, lighted tube inserted down the throat and into the stomach to examine the inside of the stomach
- Biopsy —removal of a sample of stomach tissue to examine in a lab.
- Blood, breath, or stool tests—to check for infection with the bacteria Helicobacter pylori
Upper GI Endoscopy
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
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