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Symptoms of Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

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Updated March 03, 2005

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  • Gnawing, burning pain in the abdomen
      This pain is usually located in the area between the breastbone and the navel.
  • Sensation of pressure, bloating, or fullness
      This pain usually develops 30 to 90 minutes after a meal, and is often relieved by antacids.
  • Pain or burning sensation in the abdomen that travels up toward the throat
      This is caused by heartburn, or gastroesophageal reflux, and occurs when stomach contents back up into the esophagus.
  • Vomiting.
      The vomit may contain blood or resemble coffee grounds.
  • Diarrhea
      Stools may be foul smelling.
  • Black, tarry stools.
      Blood in the stools will turn them dark red or black, and make them tarry or sticky.
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Weight loss

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