Indigestion

Indigestion is a condition that is frequently caused by eating too fast, especially by eating high-fat foods quickly.

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Causes

• Excessive acid accumulation in the stomach.
• Overconsumption of alcohol
• Overeating

Symptoms

Symptoms of indigestion are as follows:

• A pain or a burning feeling in the upper portion of the stomach
• Feeling sick to one's stomach; nausea
• Feeling bloated
• Sometimes uncontrollable burping
• Heartburn
• Feeling feverish
• A bitter taste in the mouth from stomach acid coming up into the esophagus.
• Rumbling in your stomach.
• Sense of fullness after eating
• A feeling as though something is lodged in the esophagus
• Pain and discomfort at the xiphoid region
• Sudden chills, comparable to those felt during fevers.

Management

• Antacids neutralize excess stomach acid, and can provide temporary relief of indigestion
• Antacids 4 hours prior to exercise
• Rest
• Activity modification
• Digestive enzymes capsules
• If symptoms persist, immediate referral to physician to rule out more serious abdominal conditions or diseases.