Question 1

what i can take for acid indigestion?

Accepted Answer

Tums, (calcium carbonate)the antacid.: Tums (calcium carbonate) are very cheap and work very well.Also a great source of calcium.

Question 2

how do i know if i'm experiencing acid indigestion?

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Abdominal symptoms: Usually, acid indigestion causes symptoms of abdominal pain, heart burn, increased burping or belching, acid taste in the mouth, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and other symptoms.  Additionally, acid indigestion may also occur without any symptoms.  Best to see your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms, or if you are concerned.

Question 3

acid indigestion is causing my extreme hunger. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Need effective rx: Many patients need chronic therapy like Nexium (esomeprazole) daily  pts often take it when they think they need it . The food is your bodies way of trying to buffer the acid. It doesnt take care of the underlying problem. Untreated or inadequate treatment can lead to a barrets esophagus and possble cancer. Not to mention food can lead to obesity and more relux.

Question 4

i have acid indigestion and what are some foods or drinks i should consume to stop acid?

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See your doctor: My answer differs than were i to advise a younger man to just try acid blockers & avoid alcohol, fats, spices). While your indigestion may be little more than gerd or acid-related distress, age-appropriate indigestion may be a harbinger of barrett's esophagus, altered stomach emptying, partial gastric outlet block, ulcer, cancer, pancreas or biliary disease, heart attack). Get checked please.

Question 5

what can i do for non-stop heartburn and acid indigestion?

Accepted Answer

Heartburn options: Approaches to heartburn include:  elevating the head of the bed, not wearing tight clothes that cinch the abdomen, avoiding meals late at night, waiting at least 3 hours after a meal to lie down, not allowing body weight to be excessive, not smoking, acupuncture, hypnosis, ginger tea,  relaxation and medications such as antacids, Proton pump inhibitors or H-2- receptor antagonists.

Question 6

i have had a headache and acid indigestion for 3 days. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: Headache and upset stomach are vague symptoms, like 'i have a fever', need to figure out what is causing it. It can by many harmless things and some very dangerous ones, so you should be seen.

Question 7

on hot days i drink cold water. occasionally i will feel acid indigestion when i drink water just after i drink it. what could be going on?

Accepted Answer

TLES relaxation: In some individuals, the sphincter at the lower end of the swallowing tube(esophagus) relaxes after swallowing instead of contracting allowing stomach contents into the esophagus causing the sensation you feel

Question 8

what is acid indigestion?

Accepted Answer

Heart burns?: This can be from gastroesophageal reflux (gerd) when the stomach acid gets back up into the food pipe (esophagus), a stomach ulcer, or gastritis (too much nsaids intake can also cause the latter).

Question 9

what could acid indigestion feel like?

Accepted Answer

Discomfort and pain: Acid reflux can cause chest pain and can be uncomfortable enough to keep you up at night.

Question 10

what to eat if you have acid indigestion?

Accepted Answer

Tums, (calcium carbonate)the antacid.: Tums (calcium carbonate) are very cheap and work very well.Also a great source of calcium.

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