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Dyspepsia

Is it acid reflux or dyspepsia?

October 02, 2008
A painful burning sensation in the stomach, belching, and nausea are all signs of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), but they may also be symptoms of a condition called dyspepsia. Dyspepsia is mainly characterized by pain in the middle of the stomach and it can be caused by untreated gastric ulcers, stomach cancer, or by the overuse of some pain-relieving meds. The editors at HealthDay News offer a list of common symptoms that may help you determine if it's GERD or dyspepsia that you're exp... Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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FDA Approves Risperdal for Children and Adolescents - a Good Move?
By Teri Robert , Health Expert

...anxiety, constipation, coughing, dizziness, dry mouth, dyspepsia (indigestion), dystonia... Read more »

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Using Erectile Dysfunction Medications
By Jay Motola , Health Expert

...this category of drugs includes headache, flushing, dyspepsia (discomfort in the upper part of... Read more »

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Dealing with Anxiety Symptoms: Stomach Problems
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...problems can include:  Cramps Diarrhea Nausea Indigestion  These problems can be mild to... Read more »

Health Guide

Indigestion
...Uncomfortable fullness after meals Prevention Read more »
Peptic Ulcers: Symptoms
.........abdomen, including the following:Pain or discomfort.Bloating.A feeling of fullness. (People with severe dyspepsia are unable to drink as much water or other beverages as people with mild or... Read more »
Indigestion
...including belching, a feeling of fullness, bloating, and nausea. Alternative Names Dyspepsia; Uncomfortable fullness after meals Considerations Indigestion is... Read more »
Acid Reflux Symptoms
...the other hand, people can suffer severe heartburn without the presence of damage to the esophagus.Dyspepsia. Up to half of GERD patients have dyspepsia, a syndrome consisting of the... Read more »
Peptic Ulcers: Diagnosis
......diagnosis of ulcers.Medical and Family HistoryThe doctor will ask for a thorough report of a patient's dyspepsia and other important symptoms, such as weight loss or fatigue, any present and... Read more »

Medications

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...too much acid in the stomach (also called acid indigestion or sour stomach). It is also used... Read more »

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...stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. It is an antacid that works... Read more »

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...symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this... Read more »

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...Side Effects Throat discomfort, muscle pain, nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, diarrhea,... Read more »

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...Side Effects Throat discomfort, muscle pain, nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, diarrhea,... Read more »

Related News

New medication may help functional dyspepsia
October 02, 2008

A study has found that a medication called itopride is more effective than placebo in easing the unexplained abdominal pain known as functional... Read summary »

Zelnorm shows promise in treating dyspepsia
October 02, 2008

Patients who suffer from the uncomfortable symptoms associated with dysmotility-type dyspepsia may find relief using Zelnorm (tegaserod maleate), new... Read summary »

Naproxen/proton-pump inhibitor combo better than Celebrex alone for some stomach pain
October 02, 2008

Taking anti-inflammatory drugs like naproxen along with an acid-reducing drug may be more effective in fighting dyspepsia from arthritis medications... Read summary »

Study looks at stomach pain's 'brain-gut' link
October 03, 2008

Scientists are beginning a clinical trial to explore the 'brain-gut' interaction in patients with functional dyspepsia. This condition can cause such... Read summary »

Stomach pain may be allergic reaction
October 03, 2008

Experts say that one in 10 Americans suffer from chronic stomach problems. And for some patients, antacids and other medications do not relieve pain.... Read summary »