Medical articles of Indigestion (dyspepsia)

01/04/2025
Dr Carlo Nunes
Gastroenterologist
Severe indigestion: Causes, symptoms and when to seek help
Severe indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a common digestive issue that can cause significant discomfort. While mild cases are often harmless and short-lived, persistent or severe indigestion may indicate an underlying medical condition that requires attention.
26/01/2023
Dr Raj Krishnamoorthy
Gastroenterologist
Ask an expert: Can indigestion be linked to anxiety or heart problems?
Leading consultant gastroenterologist Dr Raj Krishnamoorthy explain how indigestion symptoms may relate to anxiety or heart problems in this informative article.
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11/01/2023
Mr Nick Hamilton
ENT Specialist
What kind of diet and lifestyle help with acid reflux?
In this informative article, leading consultant ENT surgeon and laryngologist Mr Nick Hamilton gives an all-you-need-to-know guide to acid reflux, including its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment as well as expert advice on the most impactful dietary changes to make.
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23/09/2021
Professor Khurshid Akhtar
Surgeon
GORD in expert detail
Acid-related disorders are prevalent in western society and millions of consultations are held in UK every year. For example, in 1998 (now over 20 years ago) there were 14.8 million appointments at GP surgeries for GORD and related conditions. While many people with mild cases of acid reflux and GORD can easily manage their symptoms, more severe situations could require further treatment which may include surgery. Leading consultant general and upper GI surgeon Professor Khurshid Akhtar speaks to Top Doctors about GORD in detail, alongside what's involved in the surgical procedure to fix GORD and frequently asked questions, in this informative article.
31/08/2021
Dr Andrew Thillainayagam
Gastroenterologist
Series (Part Two): GORD Diagnosis
Consultant physician and gastroenterology specialist, Dr Andrew Thillainayagam and Dr Neil Galletly, clinical research fellow, discuss what’s involved in different GORD diagnostic methods and symptoms that could indicate serious conditions, in part two of this three-part series of articles.
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09/04/2020
Dr Mark Cox
Gastroenterologist
How to stop indigestion so you can indulge in all the chocolate you want this Easter
Little do people know, too much chocolate is one of the main causes of heartburn and indigestion, and more so than every at Easter time. Mr Mark Cox, an expert consultant gastroenterologist from Birmingham, explains how you can prevent it so you can fully enjoy all the chocolate eggs you want this bank holiday.
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17/11/2017
Dr Michael Mendall
Gastroenterologist
Just indigestion? Or something more sinister? The dark side of dyspepsia
Indigestion, or dyspepsia is often little more than discomfort brought on by acid reflux or IBS. However, there can be other, more sinister causes...
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09/11/2017
Written by Top Doctors
5 gut conditions you need to know about
There’s a lot going on inside the human body! Of all the systems working away inside us, the digestive system is one of the most complex and essential. However, there are many things that can go wrong inside us. Here are 5 digestive problems you need to know about!
07/11/2017
Dr Michael Mendall
Gastroenterologist
3 causes of indigestion and how to deal with them
Many of us will experience indigestion at some point in our lives – a burning or bloating feeling in our tummies. But what causes these sensations? Top gastroenterologist Dr Michael Mendall explains
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24/08/2017
Dr Devinder Bansi
Gastroenterologist
Common causes of acid reflux
Acid reflux, sometimes referred to as heartburn, is a relatively common problem. But what if it is persistent? Dr Devinder Bansi, expert gastroenterologist, explains.
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