4/16 Talk about gastritis.

Gastritis is a common illness that many people suffer from. It is the inflammation of the lining of the stomach.

ex> She is currently suffering from depression.

ex> The lining of the stomach can be damaged by several reasons.

Causes of gastritis include excessive alcohol consumption or prolonged usage of painkillers. Other leading causes include genetics, irregular meals, and stress.

ex> Excessive alcohol consumption can cause various health problems.

Common symptoms are stomach pain, indigestion and vomiting.

Some people also complain of a burning sensation in the upper stomach area.

* burning sensation: 쓰린 느낌

ex> I have a burning sensation in my chest when I get stressed.

Typically, a diagnosis is made based on the patient’s symptoms. A patient can also get a gastroscopy to get more accurate diagnosis.

* get a gastroscopy: 위 내시경 검사를 받다

ex> I got a gastroscopy because my stomach pain was getting worse.

ex> I got an endoscopy to see what was wrong with my stomach.

@ She’s a bit uptight.  성격이 약간 까다로워

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1. I’m suffering from a terrible headache.

2. Excessive alcohol consumption can damage the liver.

3. I feel a burning sensation in my throat.

4. Getting a gastroscopy will cost you extra money.

@ Related Topics: Pricking Fingers, Gastritis

1/27 Gastritis

DIALOG>> It may be gastritis.

My stomach's been killing me.

I just feel nauseous.

My stomach is burning too.

It may be gastritis.


RESPONSE>> Talk about gastritis.

Gastritis is a very unpleasant and common medical condition.
ex> Getting shots is a very unpleasant experience.
ex> He has a medical condition that requires surgery.

It's when the lining of your stomach becomes inflamed.
* the lining of one's stomach: 위벽
* inflamed: 염증이 생긴
ex> The doctor said the problem was in the lining of my stomach.

You can stomach pain, nausea, and a burning sensation in your upper abdomen.
ex> I usually get a burning sensation when I eat spicy foods.

This can result in indigestion and vomiting.
ex> Being too stressed can result in indigestion.

To prevent gastritis, you should avoid excessive drinking or being overly dependent on painkillers.
ex> Excessive drinking can lead to liver injury.

Genetics, irregular meals, and stress can also be causes.

You can get a gastroscopy for a more accurate diagnosis.
ex> My doctor recommended I get a gastroscopy.

You can take medication like antacids to get rid of it.


@ Why don't you take up bowling?  볼링을 시작해 보면 어때?

1. Too much drinking can damage the lining of your stomach.
2. I have a burning sensation in my chest.
3. I think I've had indigestion since this morning.
4. I get a gastroscopy at least once a year.