
Suggest Treatment For GERD And Excessive Burping

Get an appointment for a Gastroenterologist once
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. GERD requires long term management which include both general & medical care. I would suggest you to get an appointment for a gasntroenterologist as he is specialized in treating these conditions. As you already have taken nexium(omeprazole) for 14 days and no improvement occurred so further workup is required. It includes upper GI endoscopy & esophageal pH monitoring.
Also you would be requiring some medicines which are prescription only meds and you can get easily by visiting him. If i were your treating doctor then i would have advised following things:
> Medical Care:
- "Aluminum hydroxide + magnesium carbonate suspension" thrice a day for 10 days has shown very good results.
- Drotaverine thrice a day for 5 days (in case of abdominal pain)
> General Care:
Medical care can do NOTHING if you don't take general care about your health. Following steps would help you to recover slowly:
- take small frequent meals.
- take 30-45mins walk/exercise daily in the evening. It will make you fresh, healthy and is good for digestion.
- Don't lie down immediately after taking meal
- raise head end of your bed slightly(by an inch)
- Eat a diet rich in fiber, especially from fruits and vegetables
> AVOID:
fatty & oily food.
spices
heavy meals at night
carbonated & caffeine drinks
chocolates
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!

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