OrganizedWisdom Health - Heartburn and GERD

Alcohol and Dyspepsia

Jmitchell — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:39:16 GMT

An individual's risk for dyspepsia is increased with excess alcohol consumption. Dyspepsia, commonly known as indigestion, is a painful or burning feeling in the upper abdomen and is usually accompanied by nausea or bloating. Overeating and eating too rapidly are also causes for dyspepsia.

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Functional Dyspepsia

CatherIN — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:59:55 GMT

Functional dyspepsia is upper abdominal pain or discomfort not caused by an organic, systemic, or metabolic disease.

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GERD Risk Factors

CatherIN — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:25:28 GMT

Certain factors may increase the risk of developing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD risk factors may include hiatal hernia, pregnancy, dietary factors, smoking, alcohol use, certain medications, being overweight, and stress.

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What Does Heartburn Feel Like

CatherIN — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:54:06 GMT

Heartburn typically feels like a burning sensation in the chest just behind the breastbone. This occurs after eating and may last a few minutes or several hours. Heartburn may also cause chest pain, burning in the throat, or the feeling of having food stuck in the middle of the chest or throat.

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Indigestion Causes

CatherIN — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:35 GMT

There are many potential causes of indigestion. Some possible causes of indigestion include overeating, eating too quickly, fatty, greasy, or spicy foods, too much caffeine, carbonated beverages, smoking, emotional trauma, peptic ulcers, gallstones, stomach cancer, certain medications, or stomach inflammation.

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GERD Symptoms

SScroggins — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:59:18 GMT

Frequent heartburn, hoarseness, laryngitis, nausea, and sore throat are common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). A chronic, dry cough, asthma, bad breath, earache, and chest pain are other possible symptoms. Infants with GERD may experience recurrent vomiting and display signs of failure to thrive.

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GERD Medications

KenyottaE — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 18:08:27 GMT

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) medications are used to relieve symptoms, allow the esophagus to heal, and to prevent complications of GERD.

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Indigestion Symptoms

CatherIN — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 18:04:04 GMT

Indigestion symptoms may include fullness early in a meal, uncomfortable fullness after meals, or mild to severe pain or a burning sensation between the bottom of the breastbone and and the navel. Some people may also experience other symptoms such as bloating, belching, gas, nausea, vomiting, acidic taste, or growling stomach.

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Dyspepsia Treatment

CatherIN — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 01:48:43 GMT

Dyspepsia treatment options may depend on the symptoms and if there is a known underlying cause. Treatment may involve lifestyle changes, behavioral therapy, or medication.

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Asthma Medications and Heartburn

KenyottaE — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 21:29:00 GMT

Asthma medications such as theophylline may contribute to heartburn. Most inhalers do not contribute to heartburn.

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