Definition:
It is an uncommon disease that results from a tumor referred to as gastrinoma which often occurs in the pancreas. The tumor then extracts the hormone that causes gastrin which in turn results to elevated growth of gastric acid which leads to extreme recurring ulcers of the esophagus, stomach and the upper portions of the small intestine.
Diagnosis:
Blood tests
Upper endoscope examination
Barium X-ray
Treatment:
If the tumors are large enough the doctor will perform a surgery the get rid of the tumors if tumors are small the doctor will prescribe acid-reducing medication where in the patient will have to take in medication for a long period of time. In severe cases the stomach might be entirely removed.
Symptoms and Signs:
The most common symptoms are diarrhea, pain in the abdomen, bleeding, weakness and fatigue and yellow fat found in the stool.
Causes:
The tumors that formed in the stomach due to the fact that it secretes gastrin which fuels large amounts of acid by the stomach.
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