Stomach symptoms

Stomach symptoms include pain, burning, nausea, regurgitation or feeling full quickly in the upper abdomen. The cause is often not dangerous, but persistent or new symptoms with bleeding, difficulty swallowing, weight loss or signs of serious illness need prompt assessment.

• Pain, pressure or a burning sensation in the centre of the upper abdomen.
• Feeling full quickly or uncomfortably full after an ordinary meal.
• Eat slowly, have smaller meals and do not lie flat for the first few hours after eating.
• For two weeks, keep track of which foods, drinks, positions and medicines are actually associated with symptoms.
• Make an appointment if stomach symptoms last longer than two to three weeks, often return or worsen despite adjustments.
• For urgent GP care outside office hours, call HAP 9252. Call Ambulance 912 only for an immediate threat to life.