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'''''Synonyms and keywords:''''' [[Dyspepsia]], [[Stomach upset]] | |||
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'''Indigestion''' is a condition that is frequently caused by eating too fast, especially by eating high-fat foods quickly. | '''Indigestion''' is a condition that is frequently caused by eating too fast, especially by eating high-fat foods quickly. |
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Synonyms and keywords: Dyspepsia, Stomach upset
Overview
Indigestion is a condition that is frequently caused by eating too fast, especially by eating high-fat foods quickly.
Causes
- Excessive acid accumulation in the stomach.
- Overconsumption of alcohol
- Overeating
Symptoms
Symptoms of indigestion are as follows:
- A pain or a burning feeling in the upper portion of the stomach
- Feeling sick to one's stomach; nausea
- Feeling bloated
- Sometimes uncontrollable burping
- Heartburn
- Feeling feverish
- A bitter taste in the mouth from stomach acid coming up into the esophagus.
- Rumbling in your stomach.
- Sense of fullness after eating
- A feeling as though something is lodged in the esophagus
- Pain and discomfort at the xiphoid region
- Sudden chills, comparable to those felt during fevers.
Management
- Antacids neutralize excess stomach acid, and can provide temporary relief of indigestion
- Antacids 4 hours prior to exercise
- Rest
- Activity modification
- Digestive enzymes capsules
- If symptoms persist, immediate referral to physician to rule out more serious abdominal conditions or diseases.
- Drink lots of water
Complete Differential Diagnosis of the Causes of Indigestion
(In alphabetical order)
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Adefovir (patient information),
Atazanavir (patient information),
Cholestyramine (patient information),
Cholestyramine Resin (patient information),
Eating fatty foods
Eating just before sleeping
Eating spicy foods
Eating too late in the evening
Efavirenz (patient information),
Emtricitabine (patient information),
Epoetin Alfa Injection (patient information),
Excess alcohol consumption
Excess caffeine consumption
Fentanyl Skin Patches (patient information),
Frovatriptan (patient information),
Imatinib (patient information),
Interferon Beta-1b Injection (patient information),
Lithium (patient information),
Meropenem Injection (patient information),
Multiple chemical sensitivity,
Oxycodone and aspirin (patient information),
Pergolide (patient information),
Pramlintide injection (patient information),
Quetiapine (patient information),
Rivastigmine (patient information),
SSRI discontinuation syndrome,
Tiotropium Oral Inhalation (patient information),
Complete Differential Diagnosis of the Causes of Indigestion
(By organ system)
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