Indigestion and Heartburn Quiz
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What is the main symptom of indigestion?

  • Pain in the lower abdomen
  • Pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen (correct)
  • Pain in the chest
  • Burning pain behind the breastbone

    • What is the cause of indigestion?

  • Lack of physical activity
  • Excessive intake of water
  • Contact of stomach acid with the protective lining of the digestive system (correct)
  • Consumption of cold beverages

    • What is a common presentation of indigestion in community pharmacies?

  • Diagnosis by healthcare professionals only
  • Self-diagnosis by patients (correct)
  • No presentation in community pharmacies
  • Presentation only in hospitals

    • When does indigestion usually occur?

    <p>Soon after eating or drinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant age-related factor for indigestion?

    <p>Rare occurrence in children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the symptoms of indigestion?

    <p>Poorly localised upper abdominal discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of age in relation to indigestion?

    <p>It is rare in children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cause of indigestion?

    <p>Stomach acid coming into contact with the sensitive lining of the digestive system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main location of discomfort in indigestion?

    <p>Upper middle part of the stomach area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common self-diagnosis for indigestion in community pharmacies?

    <p>Dyspepsia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Indigestion is more common in children than in adults.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Indigestion and heartburn are always experienced separately and never occur together.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Indigestion may be caused by stomach acid irritating the lining of the digestive system.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Dyspepsia is the medical term for heartburn.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or false: Indigestion is a rare condition in community pharmacies and is usually not self-diagnosed by patients.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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