Frequently Asked Questions
Treatment may include antacids, acid reducers, lifestyle changes, and addressing underlying causes. in some cases, tests may be needed to rule out more serious conditions.
See a doctor if indigestion is frequent, lasts more than two weeks, or is accompanied by weight loss, vomiting, black stools, or chest pain.
Eat smaller meals, chew food slowly, avoid lying down after eating, reduce spicy or fatty foods, and limit caffeine and alcohol. managing stress also helps.
Common causes include overeating, eating too quickly, spicy or fatty foods, stress, smoking, alcohol, and certain medications. it can also be linked to conditions like gerd, ulcers, or gastritis.
Indigestion, or dyspepsia, refers to discomfort or a burning feeling in the upper abdomen, often after eating. it can include bloating, belching, and nausea.
Doctors may use physical exams, imaging tests (like ultrasound or mri), and sometimes a biopsy to determine the nature of a lump and guide treatment.
Yes, infections can cause swollen lymph nodes or abscesses, which may appear as lumps. these are often painful and may be warm to the touch.
See a doctor if the lump is painful, growing, feels hard or fixed in place, changes in color, or if it's accompanied by weight loss or fever.
No, most lumps are benign (non-cancerous). common harmless lumps include cysts and lipomas. however, any new, hard, or growing lump should be evaluated by a doctor.
A lump can be a swollen gland, cyst, lipoma (fatty tissue), abscess, or in rare cases, a sign of cancer. it’s important to monitor its size, pain, and growth.
Occasional discomfort may be normal, but regular pain after eating could indicate food intolerances, gastritis, ulcers, or gallbladder issues and should be checked by a doctor.
Drinking warm water, avoiding spicy or fatty foods, resting, using a heating pad, and taking antacids or mild pain relievers can help ease minor stomach pain.
Yes, stress and anxiety can affect digestion and cause symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, and discomfort, often referred to as a “nervous stomach.”
Seek medical help if the pain is severe, sudden, persistent, or accompanied by fever, vomiting, blood in stool, or difficulty breathing.
Stomach pain can be caused by indigestion, gas, constipation, food poisoning, ulcers, infections, or conditions like gastritis, appendicitis, or irritable bowel syndrome (ibs).
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