Indigestion & Bloating: Causes You Should Know
Indigestion and bloating are two of the most common digestive complaints today.
Whether it’s heaviness after meals, frequent burping, or a swollen stomach, these symptoms can affect your daily comfort and may indicate underlying digestive issues.
Understanding the real causes helps in choosing the right treatment and preventing long-term digestive problems.
🔍 What Is Indigestion?
Indigestion (Dyspepsia) refers to discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen, often related to food intake.
Symptoms of Indigestion
- Heaviness after meals
- Early fullness
- Burning in stomach
- Burping
- Nausea
- Mild upper abdominal pain
💨 What Is Bloating?
Bloating happens when excess gas becomes trapped in the stomach or intestines, causing swelling or tightness.
Symptoms of Bloating
- Stomach swelling
- Gas formation
- Rumbling sounds
- Tightness in abdomen
- Discomfort relief after passing gas or motions
🔎 Causes of Indigestion & Bloating
1️⃣ Overeating
Large meals slow down digestion, causing heaviness and bloating.
2️⃣ Eating Too Fast
Swallowing air leads to gas buildup.
3️⃣ Fatty, Spicy & Oily Foods
They delay stomach emptying and irritate the stomach lining.
4️⃣ Lactose Intolerance
Milk, cheese, and dairy products cause bloating if the body lacks the enzyme to digest lactose.
5️⃣ Gluten Sensitivity
Wheat, barley, and rye may cause bloating and abdominal discomfort.
6️⃣ Carbonated Drinks
Soft drinks and soda introduce excess air into the stomach.
7️⃣ Constipation
Gas gets trapped when bowel movements are slow or difficult.
8️⃣ Stress & Anxiety
They slow digestion and increase acid production, causing discomfort.
9️⃣ H. pylori Infection
This common bacterial infection weakens the stomach lining and causes indigestion.
🔟 Medications
Painkillers, antibiotics, and iron tablets may irritate the digestive system.
1️⃣1️⃣ Gastritis or Ulcers
Inflammation of the stomach lining leads to burning, acid reflux, and bloating.
1️⃣2️⃣ Gallbladder Issues
Gallstones or poor bile flow can cause indigestion after fatty meals.
1️⃣3️⃣ Hormonal Changes
Common in women during PMS, pregnancy, and menopause.
⚠️ When Should You See a Doctor?
Seek medical help if you have:
- Persistent indigestion for more than 2 weeks
- Severe bloating after every meal
- Unexplained weight loss
- Vomiting or nausea
- Difficulty swallowing
- Blood in vomit or stool
- Burning pain unresponsive to medicines
These may indicate an infection, ulcer, acid reflux damage, or gallbladder problem.
🩺 Diagnosis
Your doctor may advise:
- Blood tests
- Ultrasound abdomen
- H. pylori test
- Endoscopy (if symptoms persist)
- Stool tests
💊 Treatment
Treatment depends on the cause:
For Gas & Bloating
- Carminative medicines
- Probiotics
- Avoiding gas-producing foods
- Treating constipation
For Indigestion
- Acid-reducing medicines
- Digestive enzymes
- Treating H. pylori
- Avoiding trigger foods
For Severe or Chronic Cases
- Endoscopy
- Gallbladder evaluation
- Treating gastritis or ulcers
🍏 Lifestyle Tips for Relief
- Eat smaller meals
- Chew food slowly
- Avoid spicy, oily, and fried food
- Reduce tea/coffee
- Stay hydrated
- Avoid lying down immediately after eating
- Walk for 10–15 minutes after meals
- Limit carbonated drinks
- Reduce stress
- Include fiber-rich foods
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- Personalized medication + diet plan
- Quick relief & long-term digestive health support
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