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Symptoms Of 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...
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Expert & Community Posts
By Teri Robert
,
Health Expert
...constipation, coughing, dizziness, dry mouth, dyspepsia (indigestion), dystonia (syndrome of...
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By Eileen Bailey
,
Health Expert
...problems can include: Cramps Diarrhea Nausea Indigestion These problems can be mild to...
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By Fred Little
,
Health Expert
...would like to discuss the connection between acid indigestion/acid reflux (gastroesophageal...
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Health Guide
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Medications
...too much acid in the stomach (also called acid indigestion or sour stomach). It is also used... Read more »
...stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. It is an antacid that works... Read more »
...symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this... Read more »
...Side Effects Throat discomfort, muscle pain, nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, diarrhea,... Read more »
...Side Effects Throat discomfort, muscle pain, nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, diarrhea,... Read more »
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