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Acid Reflux and acidity
Hi, My Dad is 65yrs old m gets up regularly suring sleep due to acid reflux and acidity. What are the instant relief items and actions to be done for avoiding it. Also if there is some permanent solution for thia with some diet or excercise please share.
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Acid reflux can be prevented initially with lifestyle changes and medication, severe cases may require surgery.
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Avoid taking spicy food
Do not drink lot of water with meal
Adequate spacing b/w meal and sleep
Do some physical exercise
keep head end elevated during sleep
Antacids and acid suppressants can also be of help
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He needs to undergo an endoscopy first. He should avoid smoking, spicy food. He should not lay down for at least 2 hours after meals.
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