4/15 Talk about indigestion.

Indigestion or an upset stomach is a common problem. It can happen when you eat something wrong or eat too fast or too much.

ex> I had a stomachache because I ate something wrong.

You can have abdominal pain or a feeling of fullness.

ex> I have persistent abdominal pain.

You can have symptoms such as burping, heartburn and nausea.

Indigestion can be caused by gastritis. It can also indicate the presence of an ulcer or a tumor.

There are many over-the-counter medications for indigestion.

* over-the-counter: 처방전 없이 구입할 수 있는

ex> Those painkillers are available over-the-counter.

You can even get them at convenience stores now in Korea.

Doctors recommend a change in lifestyle to prevent indigestion in general.

ex> I've changed my job because I needed a change in lifestyle.

A Korean folk remedy for indigestion is to prick the tip of one’s thumb with a needle to let out the bad blood.

* prick the tip of one’s thumb: 엄지 손가락을 따다

@ Let’s just leave it as it is.  그냥 그대로 두자.

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1. I think I might have eaten something wrong yesterday.

2. Abdominal pain is one of the common side effects.

3. I bought the medicine over-the-counter.

4. You need a change in lifestyle for better healthy.

@ Related Topics>> Pricking Fingers, Gastritis