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Medication and Pain Relievers:

Avoid certain pain relievers, such as aspirin,
ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium, which can

contribute to indigestion.
Remember that mild indigestion is usual-

ly nothing to worry about, but if discomfort
persists for more than two weeks or is severe,

consult your healthcare provider. Seek im-
mediate medical attention if you experience
Prevention Of symptoms like shortness of breath, chest pain

radiating to the jaw, neck, or arm, or other con-
Indigestion cerning signs. Always prioritise your health and

well-being!

How common
ndigestion, also known as dyspepsia or Less frequent symptoms include vomiting
an upset stomach, can cause discom- and belching. Sometimes, indigestion is ac-

I fort in your upper abdomen. It is charac- companied by heartburn, which is a pain or
is Indigestion?
terised by symptoms such as: burning feeling in the centre of your chest
• Early fullness during a meal: Feeling full that may radiate into your neck or back
even though you haven’t eaten much. during or after eating.
• Uncomfortable fullness after a meal:
The feeling of fullness lasting longer Here are some preventive measures you can Research
than it should. take to manage indigestion:

• Discomfort in the upper abdomen: mild • Dietary Changes: estimates that
to severe pain between the bottom of • Eat smaller, low-fat meals: Instead of
your breastbone and your belly button. three large meals, opt for five or six
Article By smaller ones throughout the day. about 21% of
• Burning in the upper abdomen: An un-
Nurse Oluwadamilola • Avoid spicy, fatty, greasy, or high-fibre
comfortable heat or burning sensation
El-kanemi Hostel Matron foods. people
in the same area.
• Bloating in the upper abdomen: An un- • Chew your food thoroughly to aid di-
comfortable tightness. gestion. experience
• Nausea: Feeling like you want to vomit. • Limit caffeine, alcohol, chocolate, and
carbonated beverages.
Article by indigestion.
• Lifestyle Modifications:
Augustina Osaghaede
• Avoid exercise immediately after eat-
School Nurse
ing.

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