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Indigestion

Indigestion — also called dyspepsia or an upset stomach — is discomfort in your upper abdomen. Indigestion describes certain symptoms, such as abdominal pain and a feeling of fullness soon after you start eating, rather than a specific disease. Indigestion can also be a symptom of various digestive diseases.

Although indigestion is common, each person may experience indigestion in a slightly different way. Symptoms of indigestion may be felt occasionally or as often as daily.

Symptoms:

  • Pain, discomfort, or a burning feeling in your chest or stomach
  • Burping
  • Bloating
  • Gurgling stomach and/or gas
  • Acid reflux
  • Heartburn
  • Nausea and/or vomiting

What causes indigestion?

  • Eating too late in the day
  • Drinking alcohol or too much caffeine
  • Over eating
  • Smoking
  • Spicy food items
  • Not sleeping
  • Eating high fat food

Diagnose:

X-Ray

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

MRI