Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a condition characterized by discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen, often associated with eating or after meals.
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Indigestion FAQ


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What does indigestion mean?

bringing up (regurgitating) fluid or food into the gullet (oesophagus) Indigestion is a common problem that affects many people, but in most cases it’s mild and only occurs occasionally. Read more about the symptoms of indigestion.

What causes indigestion?

Indigestion may be caused by stomach acid coming into contact with the sensitive, protective lining of the digestive system (mucosa). The stomach acid breaks down the lining, leading to irritation and inflammation, which can be painful. The majority of people with indigestion don’t have inflammation in their digestive system.

What are the symptoms of indigestion?

Read more about the symptoms of indigestion. Indigestion may be caused by stomach acid coming into contact with the sensitive, protective lining of the digestive system (mucosa). The stomach acid breaks down the lining, leading to irritation and inflammation, which can be painful.

What causes indigestion symptoms?

Rarely, indigestion symptoms can be due to more serious conditions such as gallstones, diseases of the pancreas, or very rarely, cancer of the stomach but these will often have other symptoms as well.

Is indigestion a common problem?

Indigestion is a common problem that affects many people, but in most cases it’s mild and only occurs occasionally. Read more about the symptoms of indigestion. Indigestion may be caused by stomach acid coming into contact with the sensitive, protective lining of the digestive system (mucosa).

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