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GERD and Gas problem
What to do for GERD or acid reflux problem. Also stomach pain and gas problem. Please find the best cure.
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Considering that the diagnosis is not self made but via a clinician the following are the management protocols for a GERD.
Diagnosis:
1. Upper GI endoscopy to confirm and grade the severity and to rule out other coexisting stomach issues.
Treatment:
1. Dietary and lifestyle changes
2. Quit alcohol and smoking
3.Medical management with Proton pump inhibitors
However medical management needs longterm treatment and does not address the cause of reflux.
More definitive and curative treatment would be
4. Surgical treatment - Fundoplication procedure
Next Steps
Consult a Surgical Gastroenterologist for a better understanding of the problem and further course of action
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Dr. Ekant Budhwani
Gastroenterologist
12 yrs exp
Raipur
since your age is above 50 suggested to go for endoscopy , and look for any pathology in upper gi tract . evaluate for severity of disease ,, if its some mild disease simple life style modifications and short term antacids would be sufficient
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