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Can I take ppi for long years
I am having chronic indigestion and gastritis issue.
I feel better whenever I take medicine.
Even after following a good diet, the symptoms are recurrently coming.
Can I use PPI s for life long. I know it's having side effects. But comparing my current quality of life i am not worrying about the future side effects.
Please suggest any alter ways
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generally safe for short-term use, taking PPIs for a long time can lead to potential risks and side effects.
Long-term use of PPIs should always be guided by a healthcare professional to weigh the benefits against the risks.
Next Steps
Consult with your doctor: It’s essential to discuss with your healthcare provider if you need to be on PPIs for an extended period. They may recommend the lowest effective dose or consider alternative treatments.
• Regular Monitoring: If you’re on long-term PPI therapy, your doctor may periodically check for potential side effects, such as nutrient levels or kidney function.
• Lifestyle Changes: Sometimes, lifestyle modifications, such as diet changes or weight loss, can help manage symptoms and reduce the need for PPIs.
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I would like to know the detailed history. Like do u have sedentary lifestyle? What kind of diet u follow? And more.
Long term intake will have side effects like malabsorption, anaemia. etc.
Next Steps
consult for alt medical treatment- 1) Pan D, 2) syp sucralfate 3) lifestyle changes, 4) daily physical activity. for 1 month or can go for invasive procedures like upper gi endoscopy.
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Start with diet changes and have non spicy food items. Maintain food timings. Have dinner atleast 3 hrs before going to bed.
Can take PPIs if the symptoms persist.
Next Steps
Try having an Upper GI endoscopy done to check the real cause of acidity.
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According to your query and sign and know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above .
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only from a good doctor.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life
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