Do I Have Functional Dyspepsia?

Do you have a burning sensation or discomfort in your upper abdomen or lower chest that can be sometimes relieved by food or antacids?

Do you have a pain in your upper abdomen that doesn’t get better after a bowel movement or passing gas?

Do you have bloating?

Do you have belching?

Do you have an early feeling of fullness when eating?

Do you have nausea?

Do you vomit after eating?

Do you have a loss of appetite?

Do you have heartburn?

Do you have a sore taste in your mouth?

Do your symptoms last for 3 months or more?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have functional dyspepsia. Functional dyspepsia is a medical condition that refers to the symptoms of indigestion that recur constantly without any obvious cause. This is a chronic condition and is usually characterized by discomfort in the upper abdomen, often accompanied by bloating, belching and nausea. This disorder is called “functional” because no abnormalities have been found that could explain persistent, long-lasting symptoms. Functional dyspepsia is not a serious condition but it can be very uncomfortable and impair your quality of life. About 20 percent of people around the world suffer from functional dyspepsia.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have functional dyspepsia. Functional dyspepsia is a chronic disorder characterized by a group of symptoms similar to indigestion, which occur for no apparent reason. The exact cause of functional dyspepsia is not known, and people with this condition otherwise appear healthy. It is more common in women than in men, smokers, and people who use certain over-the-counter pain relievers (aspirin and ibuprofen). Functional dyspepsia is also associated with stress and Helicobacter pylori infection. A diagnosis is based on your symptoms, a physical examination and a number of diagnostic tests including blood tests, H. pylori testing and endoscopy.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have functional dyspepsia. Functional dyspepsia is a condition characterized by your upper GI (gastrointestinal) tract symptoms, including pain or tingling in the middle of your upper abdomen, fullness after a meal, and early satiety (inability to complete a meal). Functional dyspepsia accounts for about 80 percent of all cases of dyspepsia. Treatment includes dietary and lifestyle modifications and short courses of medication. Also, learning how to manage your mental health can help reduce the stress and restlessness that can trigger your symptoms. It is advisable to work with a counselor.