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What is Dyspepsia?
Dyspepsia is a term which includes a group of symptoms that come from a problem in your upper gut. It is also known as indigestion or upset stomach.It is a painful or burning feeling in the upper abdomen. Stomach acid when comes in contact with the sensitive, protective lining of the digestive system leads to irritation and inflammation (soreness and swelling) of the lining which results in dyspepsia.
Recovery Time
Often, episodes of indigestion go away within hours without medical attention. Recovery time will depend on the severity of the condition as well as the success of treatment.Diagnosis
Diagnosis is done by physical examinations and medical history and other tests include:- Breath or blood tests
- Gastroscopy
- A barium swallow and meal X-ray
FAQs prepared by doctor
1. What is dyspepsia?Dyspepsia is a term which includes a group of symptoms that come from a problem in your upper gut. It is also known as indigestion or upset stomach. It is a painful or burning feeling in the upper abdomen. Stomach acid when comes in contact with the sensitive, protective lining of the digestive system leads to irritation and inflammation (soreness and swelling) of the lining which results in dyspepsia.
2. What are the symptoms?
The symptoms of dyspepsia are burning in the stomach or upper abdomen, heartburn (burning sensation in the stomach or esophagus), abdominal pain, bloating (full feeling), belching and gas, nausea and vomiting, acidic taste, "Growling" stomach or diarrhoea.
3. How does dyspepsia happen?
It is the Stomach acid when it comes in contact with the sensitive, protective lining of the digestive system it leads to irritation and inflammation (soreness and swelling) of the lining which results in dyspepsia.
4. How much time it takes to recover?
Episodes of indigestion go away within hours without medical attention. Recovery time will depend on the severity of the condition as well as the success of treatment.
5. When shall one consult a doctor?
Consult a doctor if one experience symptoms like Pain, fullness or discomfort in the upper part of your abdomen or chest (heartburn), Loss of appetite, Feeling sick, Flatulence (gas passed from your rectum), burping or belching, Abdominal pain. Foul taste in the mouth, coated tongue and bad breath should be taken seriously.