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Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staffSigns and symptoms of nonulcer stomach pain may include:
- A burning sensation or discomfort in your upper abdomen or lower chest, sometimes relieved by food or antacids
- Bloating
- Belching
- An early feeling of fullness when eating
- Nausea
When to see a doctor
Make an appointment with your doctor if you experience persistent signs and symptoms that worry you.
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Bloody vomit
- Dark, tarry stools
- Shortness of breath
- Pain that radiates to your jaw, neck or arm
References
- Vu H. Dyspepsia, nonulcerative. In: Ferri FF. Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2010. Philadelphia, Pa.: Mosby; 2009. http://www.mdconsult.com/das/book/body/163180634-3/0/2088/0.html. Accessed Oct. 1, 2009.
- McQuad KR. Dyspepsia. In: Feldman M, et al. Sleisenger & Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2006. http://www.mdconsult.com/das/book/body/163180634-3/0/1389/0.html. Accessed Oct. 1, 2009.
- Indigestion. National Institute for Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/indigestion/index.htm. Accessed Oct. 1, 2009.
- Geeraerts B, et al. Functional dyspepsia: Past, present and future. Journal of Gastroenterology. 2008;43:251.
- Quigley EMM, et al. Dyspepsia. Current Opinion in Gastroenterology. 2008;24:692.
- Barbara Woodward Lips Patient Education Center. Non-ulcer dyspepsia. Rochester, Minn.: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; 1999.
- Peppermint. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. http://www.naturaldatabase.com. Accessed Oct. 2, 2009.
- Caraway. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. http://www.naturaldatabase.com. Accessed Oct. 2, 2009.
- Rohren CH (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Oct. 8, 2009
