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Symptoms Of Indigestion

Health Encyclopedia: Indigestion

Definition

Indigestion is a vague feeling of abdominal discomfort -- possibly including belching, a feeling of fullness, bloating, and nausea.

Alternative Names

Dyspepsia; Uncomfortable fullness after meals

Considerations

Indigestion is usually not a serious health problem, unless it comes with other symptoms.

Indigestion is a common problem. It may be triggered by eating particular foods, or drinking wine or carbonated drinks. It may also be caused...

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The Symptoms of Heart Attack and Stroke

...be tingling or numb. Nausea, vomitingCold sweats, shortness of breath and lightheadednessFeeling of indigestion Dizziness, weakness, and faintingAbdominal pain Signs of a StrokeCommon... Read more »

What are Symptoms of Heart Attack?

...be tingling or numb. Nausea, vomitingCold sweats, shortness of breath and lightheadednessFeeling of indigestion Dizziness, weakness, and faintingAbdominal painIf you believe you are... Read more »

What is a Heart Attack?

Indigestion

...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... Read more »

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Medications

Tagamet Oral Uses and How to Use

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

Alkets Oral Uses and How to Use

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

Pepcid Oral Uses and How to Use

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

Clarinex Oral Precautions and Side Effects

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

Clarinex Oral Precautions and Side Effects

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

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