Definition of dyspepsia (Heading, 1991): upper abdominal or retrosternal pain, discomfort, heartburn, nausea, vomiting or other symptom considered to be referable to the proximal alimentary tract.
Parameters used for score:
(1) frequency of dyspeptic symptoms
(2) effect on normal activities
(3) time off work
(4) consultation with medical profession
(5) GP visits to home
(6) tests for dyspepsia
(7) treatment for dyspepsia (A) self-obtained, (B) prescription
Glasgow dyspepsia severity score =
= SUM(points for the 8 parameters)
Interpretation:
• minimum score: 0
• maximum score: 20
• The higher the score, the more severe the dyspepsia.
