Indigestion or dyspepsia is a state of discomfort accompanying or following the intake of food. It is usually associated with difficult or painful digestion and it may be related to failure of some phases of the digestive process. Oftentimes, the signs of this condition are like that of acid reflux. Aside from this facts however, we want to share more information on the disorder.
Symptoms of indigestion vary but usually include a feeling of fullness or weight in the pit of the stomach. Sensations that are dull and steady or acute and spasmodic may occur immediately after eating, or it may not appear until sometime later. Discharging of gas or belching may be existent at times. Heartburn may occur, frequently accompanied by an acid up into the mouth from the stomach. Flatulence, coated tongue, headache, and dizziness may also be present.
Causes of indigestion:
This gastric disturbance may be caused by any of several problems such as irritation in the stomach, gastropsis, ulcer, and cancer. It may also arise from disorders in organs other than the stomach like cirrhosis of the liver, gallbladder inflammation, appendicitis, nephritis, peritonitis, and heart or lung diseases. A wide range of mental and emotional conditions may also be the source of indigestion.
