Heartburn Indigestion Headaches Nausea Bloating Fatigue

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Indigestion (dyspepsia) is a vague feeling of discomfort in the upper belly or abdomen during or right after eating. This may include:

  • A feeling of heat, burning, or pain in the area between the navel and the lower part of the breastbone
  • A feeling of fullness that is bothersome and occurs soon after the meal begins or when it is over

Bloating or nausea are less common symptoms.

Indigestion is NOT the same as heartburn.


Alternative Names

Dyspepsia; Uncomfortable fullness after meals


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