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Gastreo Reflux Diseases
I am suffering from GERD, if i get up from bed i burp and if i eat or drink i feel like the food is not passing to my stomach, i feel suffocate in my throat or chest and i get relief once i burp. I never had this problem before, i am controlling my food habits and i am losing weight.
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Dr. Nimisha S Kantharia
Bariatric Surgeon
17 yrs exp
Mumbai
Please consult a gastroenterologist or a general surgeon who can evaluate your symptoms and prescribe investigations. If medications don't help you may need surgery
Next Steps
You need to get an esophago-gastro-duodenal Endoscopy done. you may also need a 24 hour pH metry
Health Tips
Avoid oily spicy food excessive tea/coffee, avoid alcohol. Sit upright for 2 hours after meals.
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