INFORMATION ON INDIGESTION:-

Indigestion may be defined as the pain and discomfort in upper abdomen, chest developed after a meal. Heart burn can be seen when one suffers from indigestion.

CAUSES OF INDIGESTION:-

1. Eating heavy meal.
2. Drinking excess alcohol.
3. Smoking.
4. Stress anxiety.
5. Prolonged use of anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin.
6. Pregnancy.
7. Peptic ulcer.


SYMPTOMS OF INDIGESTION:-

1. Heart burn.
2. Pain in upper abdomens.
3. Loss of appetite.
4. Belching.
5. Flatulence.


DIAGNOSIS OF INDIGESTION:-

Clinically indigestion can be predicted by following below mentioned tests:-

1. Blood test.
2. Barium X-ray.
3. Gastroscopy.
4. CT scan.
5. Ultrasound.


PREVENTION FROM INDIGESTION:-

Indigestion can be prevented by taking balanced meal and regularly. Avoid smoking and excessive drinking of alcohol. Healthy weight should be maintained.

Consumption of medicines like “Proton pump inhibitors” which helps to reduce level of acid in stomach.