Indigestion is sometimes misdiagnosed as GERD

It has been reported that some patients have been misdiagnosed with GERD, when in fact the correct diagnosis in their specific case was Indigestion.

Indigestion is discomfort in the upper abdomen. Symptoms include early fullness during a meal, uncomfortable fullness after a meal, Discomfort, burning or bloating of the abdomen and nausea. It can be caused by many conditions including gastritis, peptic ulcers, celiac disease, gallstones, constipation, pancreatitis, stomach cancer, intestinal blockage, diabetes, or pregnancy.

Always consult your doctor or health professional, and do not self diagnose.

Symptoms can include:

Discomfort in the upper abdomen, bloating in the upper abdomen, nausea, early fullness during a meal, uncomfortable fullness after a meal, burning in the upper abdomen,

Symptoms are a guideline only and may apply to either the diagnosis or the reported misdiagnosis, or both. Consult your specialist for further information.

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