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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What Causes Indigestion?<\/a><\/li>
Symptoms of Indigestion<\/a><\/li>
Suggested Home Remedies for Indigestion<\/a><\/li>
Dietary Considerations<\/a><\/li>
When to Seek Medical Help?<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIndigestion (dyspepsia) is slight discomfort in the upper abdomen or belly. It frequently happens during or immediately after eating 1<\/a><\/sup>. Indigestion, sometimes known as a sour stomach, can occur occasionally or frequently. It may produce pain or a burning sensation in the abdomen 2<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The efficiency of your digestion is determined by the power of your digestive fire (Agni). Suppose your food intake is large and heavy, very liquid, or quite dense in quality. This is opposite to digestive fire properties and can inhibit the normal function of the digestive fire, resulting in indigestion 3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Indigestion affects about 1 in 4 people in the United States each year. source: niddk.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Indigestion can be caused by certain foods, drinks, and lifestyle factors. source: niddk.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Stress and certain health problems can contribute to indigestion. source: niddk.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What Causes Indigestion?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The most common causes of indigestion include<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Eating excessively or quickly\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Eating spicy or acidic foods\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Drinking too many caffeinated beverages\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Drinking too much alcohol\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Experiencing anxiety or stress\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Taking certain medications such as aspirin (particularly if consumed on an empty stomach)2<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Smoking or chewing tobacco\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Eating high fibre foods 1<\/a>\u00a0<\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Other causes of indigestion are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Ulcers (intestinal or stomach ulcers)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Gallstones (hardened deposits of bile in the gall bladder)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Gastritis\u00a0(inflammation of stomach mucosa)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas)1<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Functional dyspepsia is relapsing and remitting. Population studies have shown that 15% to 20% of patients have persistent symptoms during extended follow-up, while 50% have complete resolution of symptoms. Dietary hygiene remains the best treatment.<\/p>\nDr. M.G. Kartheeka, MBBS, MD(Pediatrics)<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Symptoms of Indigestion<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms of indigestion may include:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Abdominal Bloating (belly feels tight and full, often due to gas)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Burping and\u00a0gas\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Acidic taste in the mouth\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Nausea and vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Burning\u00a0sensation in the stomach\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Gurgling sound in stomach 2<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Suggested Home Remedies for Indigestion<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nChanging eating habits, such as giving adequate time for meals, avoiding disputes during meals, avoiding exercise immediately after a meal, chewing food properly and completely, relaxing, and getting enough rest if indigestion is caused by stress, can help to reduce indigestion. You may require medications to manage indigestion based on your condition 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>
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