What are the risks of low pepsinogen 1?

Low levels of pepsinogen 1

may lead to insufficient secretion of pepsin, which may affect digestion and absorption of food, and may cause abdominal distension, belching, loss of appetite and other symptoms.

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Low levels of pepsinogen 1 may cause a relative increase in acid secretion, while excessive acid may lead to acid reflux, causing reflux esophagitis.

3. Gastric mucosal atrophy

for a long time may also lead to gastric mucosal atrophy, increasing the risk of gastritis, gastric ulcer and other digestive system diseases.