| If you think that painful indigestion and heartburn | | | | painful indigestion, rather than moderate |
| are the same thing, then you are wrong, but not | | | | discomfort, should see a doctor to make sure it |
| alone. In fact the two are not the same at all, and | | | | isn't a more serious problem. |
| require different treatment and attention. The | | | | If you experience indigestion for the first time |
| following is a basic overview. | | | | over the age of 45 this is somewhat unusual, and |
| Understanding The Differences | | | | may require the consultation of a medical |
| While heartburn and painful indigestion are related, | | | | professional. If you have lost significant weight |
| they are not the same. The truth is that | | | | unexpectedly, this also may require a visit to the |
| heartburn is merely one symptom of the larger | | | | doctor. If you are coughing up fluid (especially |
| problem known as indigestion. Having indigestion, | | | | blood) then it is best to see a doctor immediately. |
| then, does not necessarily mean you have | | | | Continue reading to discover preventative tips for |
| heartburn. It does not exclude you from having | | | | reducing heartburn and indigestion and to sign up |
| heartburn, but often indigestion appears without | | | | for the free acid reflux, heartburn and GERD |
| this specific symptom. | | | | newsletter below. |
| The first thing we need to do is figure out | | | | Preventative Action |
| exactly what indigestion is. Indigestion can be hard | | | | Here are some simple rules to help reduce or |
| to describe, but generally is viewed as discomfort | | | | eliminate heartburn: |
| or pain in the upper abdomen or chest. Nausea, | | | | - Eat Less - it is a good idea to eat less, though |
| bloating, and flatulence are some common | | | | this doesn't mean you have to starve yourself. |
| symptoms that are associated with indigestion. | | | | But when you start to feel full, just stop eating. If |
| What are the Causes? | | | | you have to eat more often as a result, so be it. |
| So just what causes painful indigestion and | | | | - Eat Slower - don't rush your food, as this is a |
| heartburn? Heartburn, for starters, can be caused | | | | good way to trigger indigestion. Take your time |
| by eating too much too fast. Other causes of | | | | while you're eating, and pause between bites, |
| heartburn include eating fatty or spicy foods and | | | | sipping water as needed. |
| drinking alcohol. | | | | - Avoid Certain Foods - avoid the foods that |
| Since heartburn is a symptom of indigestion, all of | | | | naturally bring about acid reflux or heartburn. Lists |
| the previously mentioned causes can be | | | | of these foods can be readily obtained by doing a |
| associated with indigestion as well. Additionally, | | | | simple web search. So find the list, and cut these |
| gastritis, smoking, ulcers of the duodenum, gastric | | | | foods out. |
| ulcers, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory drugs can | | | | - Don't Smoke or Drink - it is best to avoid |
| all act as triggers for causing painful indigestion. | | | | smoking and drinking alcohol when possible. Both |
| What are the Symptoms? | | | | are triggers for indigestion. |
| Heartburn is one symptom of indigestion. | | | | Just because heartburn and painful indigestion are |
| Heartburn can be described as a persistent | | | | common problems, doesn't mean you have to live |
| burning feeling in the chest. Some other | | | | with them. Follow the simple tips above, and you |
| associated symptoms are nausea, flatulence, and | | | | can be well on your way to eliminating the |
| the loss of appetite. Anyone who is experiencing | | | | problem. |