First Aid for Indigestion

First Aid for Indigestion

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAOct 03, 2017

The topic First Aid for Indigestion you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the topic First Aid for Gastric Problems.

Please find relevant information on First Aid for Indigestion regarding cause, signs & symptoms, administration of first aid treatment, prognosis, preventive measures, and additional resources HERE

Quick Summary:

  • Gastric Problems may be described as the pain, discomfort, and uneasiness in the stomach, caused by stomach acids, experienced in the esophagus (food-pipe). These are generally more common in individuals with diabetes and pregnant women
  • Also, individuals with disorders affecting the internal organs, such as the liver and pancreas, gall bladder, spleen, and gastrointestinal tract, are higher prone to gastric discomfort and pain

Note:

  • Seek medical help, as appropriate
  • In case of severe and/or life-threatening symptoms, call 911 (or your local emergency number) for immediate assistance
  • Confirm that the airways are protected; also, ensure breathing and the presence of pulse (as applicable)

What are some Useful Resources for Additional Information on Indigestion?

American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
4900 B South, 31st St. Arlington, VA 22206
Phone: (703) 820-7400
Fax: (703) 931-4520
Website: http://www.acg.gi.org

American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
4930 Del Ray Avenue Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: (301) 654-2055
Fax: (301) 652-3890
Email: member@gastro.org
Website: http://www.gastro.org

References and Information Sources used for Indigestion:

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002658.htm (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/stomachdisorders.html (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.diabetes.co.uk/diabetes-complications/gastric-problems-and-diabetes.html (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.healthdummy.org/24/symptoms-of-gastric-problems.html (accessed on 10/03/2017)

Helpful Peer-Reviewed Medical Articles for Indigestion:

Sheptulin, A. A. (2014). Helicobacter pylori infection: what else besides gastric problems?. Klinicheskaia meditsina92(5), 33-39.

Blaser, A. R., Malbrain, M. L., Starkopf, J., Fruhwald, S., Jakob, S. M., De Waele, J., ... & Spies, C. (2012). Gastrointestinal function in intensive care patients: terminology, definitions and management. Recommendations of the ESICM Working Group on Abdominal Problems. Intensive care medicine38(3), 384-394.

Katritzky, A. R., Hall, C. D., El-Gendy, B. E. D. M., & Draghici, B. (2010). Tautomerism in drug discovery. Journal of computer-aided molecular design24(6-7), 475-484.

Van Veggel, M., Olofinjana, O., Davies, G., & Taylor, D. (2013). Clozapine and gastro‐oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)–an investigation of temporal association. Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica127(1), 69-77.

de Zwaan, M., Hilbert, A., Swan-Kremeier, L., Simonich, H., Lancaster, K., Howell, L. M., ... & Mitchell, J. E. (2010). Comprehensive interview assessment of eating behavior 18–35 months after gastric bypass surgery for morbid obesity. Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases6(1), 79-85.

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