Indigestion & Joint Pain

There are several different types of medical conditions that can cause joint pain and indigestion. If indigestion and joint pain persist, consult a physician to determine the cause.

Identification

• Indigestion is described as a burning sensation in the back of the throat or in the center of the chest. It may be caused by eating spicy foods or from a chronic medical condition. Joint pain is pain in the joint capsules such as the knees, shoulders, elbows, toes and fingers. Many different medical conditions cause joint pain such as arthritis and certain medications.

Celiac Disease

• Celiac disease is a genetic condition that can cause symptoms such as anemia, fatigue, chronic indigestion and joint pain. This condition is caused by the body's intolerance to gluten, which is found in many foods.

Crohn's Disease

• Crohn's disease is a progressive disease of the intestinal tract. Crohn's disease may cause adbominal cramping, diarrhea, joint pain, indigestion and in severe cases ulcers. Crohn's disease is most common in people of Jewish descent and usually appears between 20 and 30 years of age.

Stress

• Stress may cause a myriad of physical symptoms such as anxiety, indigestion, sweating, heart palpitations, headache, backache, muscle pain and joint pain. Learning to identify the causes of stress and practicing methods such as deep breathing, may help to reduce the symptoms of stress.

Considerations

• There are many different causes of indigestion and joint pain. Consult a doctor for a correct diagnosis and treatment plan of this condition.