carbon monoxide. 1. a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas, CO, that burns with a pale-blue flame, produced when carbon burns with insufficient air: used chiefly in organic synthesis, metallurgy, and in the preparation of metal carbonyls, as nickel carbonyl. Origin of carbon monoxide. 1870-1875.
Indigestion is often a sign of an underlying problem, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, or gallbladder disease, rather than a condition of its own. Also called dyspepsia, it is defined as a persistent or recurrent pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen. The symptoms of indigestion include:
Because indigestion is a symptom rather than a disease, treatment usually depends upon the underlying condition causing the indigestion. Often, episodes of indigestion go away within hours without medical attention. However, if your symptoms become worse, you should consult a doctor.