There are several types of gastric problems and are classified according to their causes and features. Gastro-esophageal reflux, Gastric or duodenal ulcers, Motility problems are some of the types of Gastric trouble faced by majority of people.

Gastro-esophageal reflux, more commonly known as heartburn happens when contents of the stomach rise up in the throat thus causing a burning sensation and difficulty in swallowing. Gastric or duodenal ulcers affect the surface of the digestive tract, thus causes pain and bleeding. Motility problems occur when the stomach has difficulty emptying itself and causes nausea and vomiting. It can also lead to reflux.

These problems resemble each other and are interrelated. They cause similar symptoms of gastric problem like pain, nausea, gas, regurgitation, loss of appetite and weight. They can, however, be distinguished from one another by the time of their effective time, their exact location, their frequency and so on. The doctor can distinguish the type of gastric problem after diagnosing the symptoms and pattern of pain.