What should I do if I have indigestion and dry heaving?

Written by Si Li Li
Gastroenterology
Updated on December 22, 2024
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Symptoms of chronic indigestion and retching are mainly considered indicative of chronic gastritis. Common symptoms of chronic gastritis include upper abdominal bloating, belching, acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, indigestion, and heartburn. Gastroscope examination revealing mucosal congestion, edema, or erosion confirms the diagnosis of chronic gastritis. It is also advisable to undergo a Carbon-14 breath test to determine the presence of Helicobacter pylori infection. Helicobacter pylori has been confirmed as a major cause of chronic gastritis, peptic ulcers, and even gastric cancer. If Helicobacter pylori infection tests positive, a 14-day anti-Helicobacter pylori treatment is required, involving a proton pump inhibitor, two antibiotics, and a bismuth agent. Additionally, for chronic gastritis, acid suppression, gastric protection, enhancement of gastric motility, and mucosal repair treatments are also necessary. With standardized treatment, symptoms can disappear, and the disease can be effectively cured.

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Harm of Functional Dyspepsia

Functional dyspepsia is very common in life, especially among adolescents, which can lead to a further decrease in appetite. Food accumulates in the gastrointestinal tract for a long time, making it difficult to move downwards, causing stomach and intestinal bloating. Over time, it affects the appetite, and the patient's mental and nutritional status will be impacted. It is necessary to use some digestive aids and drugs that promote gastrointestinal motility in a timely manner. Attention should also be paid to dietary adjustments, eating regular meals in fixed quantities, and eating more soft, easily digestible food. Try to eat less raw, cold, or spicy food. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor)

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What are the symptoms of indigestion?

Indigestion, also known as functional dyspepsia, is primarily characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting, due to impaired food ejection function. Poor appetite can lead to a relative lack of body energy, resulting in symptoms like insomnia, anxiety, and depression. Indigestion is common among children and the elderly or frail. In treatment, it is important to adjust the diet to focus on soft, easy-to-digest foods, eat more fresh green vegetables, and avoid raw, cold, or spicy foods.

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What should I do if I have indigestion and dry heaving?

Symptoms of chronic indigestion and retching are mainly considered indicative of chronic gastritis. Common symptoms of chronic gastritis include upper abdominal bloating, belching, acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, indigestion, and heartburn. Gastroscope examination revealing mucosal congestion, edema, or erosion confirms the diagnosis of chronic gastritis. It is also advisable to undergo a Carbon-14 breath test to determine the presence of Helicobacter pylori infection. Helicobacter pylori has been confirmed as a major cause of chronic gastritis, peptic ulcers, and even gastric cancer. If Helicobacter pylori infection tests positive, a 14-day anti-Helicobacter pylori treatment is required, involving a proton pump inhibitor, two antibiotics, and a bismuth agent. Additionally, for chronic gastritis, acid suppression, gastric protection, enhancement of gastric motility, and mucosal repair treatments are also necessary. With standardized treatment, symptoms can disappear, and the disease can be effectively cured.

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How to regulate indigestion caused by stomach acid?

Symptoms of excessive stomach acid and indigestion usually indicate insufficient gastric motility and hypersecretion of stomach acid. Many gastrointestinal diseases may present these symptoms, so it is advisable to first check with a gastroscopy and a test for Helicobacter pylori. Treatment should be targeted based on the results of the tests. At the same time, it is important to develop good living habits, ensure proper balance between work and rest, and have meals at regular times and in controlled amounts, or eat smaller, more frequent meals. Try to avoid extreme hunger or overeating, and excessive eating and drinking, while also quitting smoking and alcohol. The principle for diet is to consume light and easily digestible food, and to avoid raw, greasy, spicy, and irritating foods.

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What should I do if I have indigestion and excessive flatulence?

Indigestion and increased anal gas typically indicate gastrointestinal dysfunction. In cases where these symptoms persist, it is advisable to first undergo examinations such as gastroscopy and colonoscopy to rule out any organic diseases. Once cleared, targeted treatment can be applied. For gastrointestinal dysfunction, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), medications that regulate gastrointestinal function like Otilonium Bromide or Pinaverium Bromide might be prescribed. Additionally, maintaining proper dietary and living habits is crucial. The diet should include light, easily digestible foods, such as soft rice or noodles, along with fresh vegetables, while avoiding greasy, spicy, and irritating foods. Although soy products are a good source of protein, they should be consumed in moderation as excessive amounts can lead to excessive gas formation in the intestines, leading to increased anal gas. (Note: Use of medications should be under the guidance of a professional doctor.)