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Barrettes esophagus
I am really confused what to do. On 2023 I was diagnosed La grade 1 esophagitis and took 3months esomaprazole. after quit off ppi i felt acid rebound. It takes 7months to fix normal acid level. After that I was diagnosed barrettes esophagus (c0m1) without biopsy. I was panicked. In that situation I found this group and relaxed. Visit another gastroentrologist. Done another endoscopy she said it not barrettes. It is normal. Gave me ppi again. After that i am taking ppi continuously. She said me to stop ppi. But I am confused now what to do. Can not quitting off ppi in fear of barretts. And acid rebound happening when taking to quit off. I know long term ppi has side effects.my hb level was decreased. But if I stop It can mutates. What to do. Pls suggest. I am taking esomaprazole 20 now.should I continue ppi. Should i get endoscopy done again? Pls suggest.
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Trust your doctor and explain everything to her...and follow as advised... If you want to repeat endoscopy then get it done and review with your gastroenterologist...
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Avoid Fried or fatty and spicy foods, Chocolates Alcohol Coffee Carbonated beverages Tomato sauce/ Ketchup Mustard Vinegar Aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Stop smoking Every time you lie down lie in a slight propped up position (about 4-5 inches) Decrease the size of portions at mealtime, instead take small frequent meals Lose weight (if overweight)
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