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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

How Long Does Indigestion Last

Health Encyclopedia: Indigestion

Alternative Names

Dyspepsia; Uncomfortable fullness after meals


Home Care
  • Allow time for long meals.
  • Chew food carefully and completely.
  • Avoid arguments during meals.
  • Avoid excitement or exercise immediately after a meal.
  • Avoid chewing gum -- it may cause air swallowing.
  • A calm environment and rest may help relieve stress-related indigestion.
  • Avoid aspirin and NSAIDs (use acetaminophen instead). If you must take them, do so on a ful...
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...-- 3% Muscle weakness -- 2% Facial pain -- 2% Indigestion or heartburn -- 1% Tooth problems... Read more »

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...  These include:   Headaches Stomach aches or indigestion Sweating Heart palpitations ... Read more »

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...possible.  Now that the nausea is tapering off, I have indigestion, constipation, insomnia or... Read more »

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There is exciting news in the field of osteoporosis. A new medication was FDA approved last month.... Read more »

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...tea is that it is also used as a home remedy for indigestion and nausea, and is said to help... Read more »

Health Guide

Heart Attack Patient Guide, Part I: Symptoms
...pain can also radiate to the teeth, the gums, or through to the back. Additional symptoms may include indigestion, nausea, vomiting, palpitations, cold perspiration, weakness, dizziness, cough,... Read more »
Angina Patient Guide: Symptoms & Causes
...than pain, per se. People may also experience any of a variety of symptoms, including: Sensation of indigestion or discomfort in the abdomenDizzinessBreathing difficultyExcessive sweatinessNausea... Read more »
The Effects of exercise on cancer, neurological disorders and other health conditions
...exercise, might reduce the risk for some intestinal disorders, including ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion, and diverticulosis. Older people who exercise moderately may have a lower... Read more »
Coronary Artery Disease: Prognosis
...of patients with a heart attack.Other Common Symptoms.Nausea, vomiting, and cold sweatsA feeling of indigestion or heartburnFaintingA great fear of impending death, a phenomena known as angor... Read more »
Colds and the Flu: Medications
...complications, including pneumonia and bronchitis.Side Effects. Both agents occasionally cause nausea, vomiting, indigestion, insomnia, and hallucinations. Amantadine affects the nervous system... Read more »

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