What are some of the symptoms associated with indigestion?
Some characteristic symptoms of indigestion are burning in the stomach or upper abdomen, heartburn, abdominal pain, bloating (full feeling), belching and gas, nausea, vomiting, acidic taste, “growling” stomach, and sometimes diarrhea. Symptoms of indigestion usually increase in times of stress, and decrease in times of relaxation. Who is at greater risk for having indigestion? People of all ages and of both sexes are affected by indigestion. An individual’s risk is increased with excess alcohol consumption, use of drugs that may irritate the stomach, other functional disorders such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and emotional problems such as anxiety or depression. What causes indigestion? A disease or an ulcer in the digestive tract might cause indigestion. However, for most people, it is the result of eating too much, eating too fast, eating high-fat foods, or eating during stressful situations. Indigestion is not caused by excess stomach acid. Swallowing excessive air wh
