Symptom 5: Nausea and Vomiting
Feeling queasy or an urge to throw up can be uncomfortable. Gastrinoma, with its penchant for causing an acidic upheaval in the stomach, often results in nausea and, in more severe cases, vomiting. The stomach, in its attempts to deal with the copious amounts of acid, might react by expelling its contents.
Nausea can be disconcerting, affecting one’s ability to eat or even go about daily activities. Persistent nausea can also lead to a decreased appetite, further complicating the issue. The body might not receive the nutrients it requires, leading to fatigue and other related symptoms.
If the nausea progresses to vomiting, there’s an added concern. Regular vomiting can erode the esophagus over time. The stomach acid, which is strong enough to digest food, can damage the esophagus’s delicate lining, leading to inflammation and pain. (5)
