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Symptoms Of 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 »

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Health Guide

Peptic Ulcers: Symptoms
Dyspepsia. The most common symptoms of peptic ulcers are known collectively as dyspepsia. Peptic ulcers can occur without dyspepsia or any gastrointestinal symptoms, especially when caused by... Read more »
Acid Reflux Symptoms
Heartburn. Heartburn is the primary symptom of GERD. It is a burning sensation that radiates up from the stomach to the chest and throat. Heartburn is most likely to occur in connection with... Read more »
Peptic Ulcers: Diagnosis
Peptic ulcers are always suspected in patients with persistent dyspepsia (e.g., bloating, belching, abdominal pain). Dyspepsia, however, occurs in 20% - 40% of people who live in... Read more »
Peptic Ulcers: Treatment
Antibiotic regimens that eradicate H. pylori can cure peptic ulcers and are now the standard agents used for ulcers in infected individuals who are not taking NSAIDs. (Eliminating H. pylori... Read more »
GERD Diagnosis
If a patient suffers from chronic heartburn, chances are good the patient also has GERD. (Occasional heartburn does not necessarily indicate the presence of GERD.) The following is the... 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

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 »

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 »

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 »

New medication may help functional dyspepsia
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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 »

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 »