Monthly Archives: November 2021

Indigestion

11/17/2021

Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia or an upset stomach, is a general term that describes discomfort in the upper abdomen, including abdominal pain and a feeling of fullness soon after eating. Eating habits or a chronic digestive problem can trigger indigestion. Some other causes include drinking too much alcohol, coffee or caffeinated beverages, and/or too many carbonated drinks; eating too fast or too much spicy, fatty, greasy foods, and/or foods that contain a lot of acid; feeling stressed; smoking; medications such as anything that kills bacteria; and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Indigestion can cause stomach pain or bloating, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. The following symptoms may make indigestion a more serious condition:

  • black, tar-like stools
  • bloody vomit
  • difficulty swallowing or painful swallowing
  • frequent vomiting
  • losing weight without trying
  • pain in your chest, jaw, neck, or arm
  • severe and constant pain in your abdomen
  • shortness of breath
  • sweating
  • yellowing of your eyes or skin

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Kidney infection

11/9/2021

Kidney infection, also known as renal infection or pyelonephritis, is a common type of urinary tract infection that occurs when bacteria enters the urinary tract through the tube (urethra) that carries urine from the body and can multiply and travel to the kidneys. If the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra get germs in it, a UTI develops. Most often, the bladder gets infected first. This can be painful but isn’t usually serious. If the bad bacteria or viruses travel up the ureters, a kidney infection is the result. If left untreated, a kidney infection can cause life-threatening problems. Symptoms of a kidney infection include: blood or pus in the urine; fever and chills; loss of appetite; pain in the lower back, side, or groin; upset stomach or vomiting; and/or weakness or fatigue. If you would like to find out more and receive a second opinion regarding your diagnosis and treatment, please contact us at secondopinions.com, for your peace of mind.