An uncomfortable, often painful feeling in the stomach, resulting from impaired digestion. Symptoms include burning stomach pain, bloating, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. Causes include gastritis, gastric ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease, pancreatic disease, and gallbladder disease
Symptoms of Dyspepsia
The following features are indicative of Dyspepsia:
early fullness
unpleasant fullness
upper abdomen discomfort or bloating
upper abdomen burning
nausea vomiting
belching
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Common Causes of Dyspepsia
The following are the most common causes of Dyspepsia:
overeating
smoking
alcohol
fatty or spicy food
supplements
stress
Other Causes of Dyspepsia
The following are the less common causes of Dyspepsia:
anxiety
gallstones
gastritis
pancreatitis
intestinal or stomach ulcers
intestinal ischemia
constipation
celiac disease
Risk Factors for Dyspepsia
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Dyspepsia:
overeating
smoking
alcohol
fatty or spicy food
iron or other supplements
stress
Prevention of Dyspepsia
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Dyspepsia. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
give enough time for meals
chew properly and completely
avoid talking while eating
avoid exercise after meal
relax if indigestion is due to stress
Occurrence of Dyspepsia
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Dyspepsia cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Dyspepsia can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Dyspepsia can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Dyspepsia
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Dyspepsia:
Laboratory tests: To check thyroid function and other metabolic disorders
Breath and stool tests: To check for peptic ulcers
Endoscopy: To check digestive system functions
X-ray or CT scan: To check intestinal functions
Doctor for Diagnosis of Dyspepsia
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Dyspepsia:
Gastroenterologist
Complications of Dyspepsia if untreated
Yes, Dyspepsia causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Dyspepsia is left untreated:
affects quality of life
loss of appetite
Procedures for Treatment of Dyspepsia
The following procedures are used to treat Dyspepsia:
Psychological therapy: To treat anxiety or depression causing indigestion
Self-care for Dyspepsia
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Dyspepsia:
Eating habits: Eat healthy 5 to 6 meals a day
Caffeine: Reduce consumption of alcohol or caffeine
