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Indigestion
(Also known as dyspepsia)
Indigestion is a common feeling in your belly, which usually happens after eating or drinking. It can be a pain in your stomach, or feel like you’re full just after you’ve started eating.
Indigestion is a common feeling in your belly, which usually happens after eating or drinking. It can be a pain in your stomach, or feel like you’re full just after you’ve started eating.
You might have indigestion if you have:
Abdominal pain or discomfort
Excessive burping or belching
Heartburn or acid reflux
- Spicy or fatty foods
- Overeating or eating too quickly
- Consumption of alcohol or caffeine
- Smoking
- Stress or anxiety
- Feeling full or bloated after eating
- Burning sensation in the upper abdomen
- Nausea or vomiting
- Growling or rumbling stomach
- Eat smaller, more frequent meals
- Avoid triggering foods and drinks
- Chew food slowly and thoroughly
- Sit up straight while eating and avoid lying down immediately after meals
- Over-the-counter antacids like Rennies
- Stay hydrated with water
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