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Suggest Treatment For Acid-reflex And Metallic Taste In Mouth
Question: Been dealing with acid re flux for about a month, but has become worse the last few days.Also, the last few days the underside of my tongue feels swollen, sore or sort of numb, just not normal. Had a metallic taste in my mouth at least twice, along with a constant bitter taste over the last few days. Also I cough frequently while eating now. Is this all related?
Brief Answer:
use of proton pump inhibitor and diet modification advised.
Detailed Answer:
hi.
thanks for posting query at HCM.
i read your query and understood your concern.
advise:
1. use a "proton pump inhibitor" ( omeprazole or pantoprazole 40mg) once daily before breakfast for atleast one month.
2. eat dinner atleast 3 hours before going to bed ( keep one (high) OR
two pillows under your head when you go to sleep)
3. avoid fat meals and use less salt
4. eat fresh fruits
5. include plain yogurt in your meal
6. avoid eating mouthfull
7. loose weight if overweight or obese
Hope to answer your concern.
Wish you good and sound health.
one month from now, if NO relief after following aforementioned advice(s), then visit gastroenterologist and undergoing endoscopy is recommended.
further questions are welcomed.
Regards,
Dr Tayyab Malik
use of proton pump inhibitor and diet modification advised.
Detailed Answer:
hi.
thanks for posting query at HCM.
i read your query and understood your concern.
advise:
1. use a "proton pump inhibitor" ( omeprazole or pantoprazole 40mg) once daily before breakfast for atleast one month.
2. eat dinner atleast 3 hours before going to bed ( keep one (high) OR
two pillows under your head when you go to sleep)
3. avoid fat meals and use less salt
4. eat fresh fruits
5. include plain yogurt in your meal
6. avoid eating mouthfull
7. loose weight if overweight or obese
Hope to answer your concern.
Wish you good and sound health.
one month from now, if NO relief after following aforementioned advice(s), then visit gastroenterologist and undergoing endoscopy is recommended.
further questions are welcomed.
Regards,
Dr Tayyab Malik
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