Esophageal reflux gastritis generally refers to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which is characterized by typical symptoms such as heartburn and reflux, as well as atypical symptoms such as severe retrosternal pain and a foreign body sensation in the throat. Heartburn is a burning sensation that occurs at the xiphoid process or behind the sternum and extends upward to the face, neck, and throat, often occurring after meals, during exercise, lying down, at night, etc. Reflux is the sensation of gastric contents flowing in the direction of the oral cavity and pharynx without exertion, nausea, or dry heaving. In addition to the classic heartburn and reflux symptoms mentioned above, GERD may also be accompanied by atypical symptoms, such as severe pain behind the sternum, which may radiate to the precordial area, back, shoulders, etc.; it may also be accompanied by a foreign body sensation in the pharynx, asthma, chronic cough, etc.; and it may also be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, belching, epigastric pain, gastric bloating, and dysphagia. Patients with GERD are advised to seek prompt medical attention and follow medical advice.