Nonulcer stomach pain Symptoms

Signs and symptoms
... The signs 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 Gas (flatu...

Causes
... The exact cause of nonulcer stomach pain is unknown. Doctors consider it a functional disorder not necessarily related to a specific disease. However, temporary and often aggravating factors can be co...

Nonulcer stomach pain Prevention

Prevention
... Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can often prevent nonulcer stomach pain. The following lifestyle modifications may help alleviate your signs and symptoms: Diet Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Having...

Nonulcer stomach pain Treatment

Complications
... Because nonulcer stomach pain is a disorder unrelated to disease, it doesn''t lead to more-serious conditions. However, complications may include: Problems caused by tests done to rule out other disor...

Treatment
... For most people, treating indigestion primarily focuses on preventing recurrence and on self-care. For others, nonulcer stomach pain tends to be a long-lasting (chronic) or recurrent condition requiri...

Nonulcer stomach pain Support

Coping skills
... Living with nonulcer stomach pain can be challenging. In addition to dealing with frequent abdominal discomfort, other areas of your life also may be affected. Ultimately, your condition may interfere...

Nonulcer stomach pain Other

Overview
... Sometimes, people see their doctors for stomach pain that they think is caused by an ulcer, but it isn''t. Although you may have gnawing upper abdominal pain, diagnostic tests don''t reveal an ulcer o...