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Suggest Treatment For Fungus In The Oesophagus And GERD
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Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I have gone very carefully through your query. Gastroesophageal reflux usually results from alteration in the gastrointestinal movements. Our gastrointestinal tract has a forward propulsive movement (peristalsis) that moves the food material forward as it is digested, absorbed and finally expelled as feces. If somehow this movement gets hampered, food along with the digestive juices would stagnate, stomach acid will reflux into the food pipe and on the other hand the bowel habits would not be proper. Degradation of undigested food in the intestines by the intestinal bacteria would lead to the excess gas formation.
In order to relieve yourself, you need to do the following:
* Avoid spicy food. Take small but frequent meals. Avoid long gaps between meals.
* Avoid alcohol intake (if it a part of your habit).
* Take Prilosec (omeprazole) once daily before breakfast.
* Take plenty of green leafy vegetables as well as other sources of dietary fibers. Take fiber supplements like isabgol/psyllium husk or senna. I would insist you to increase your dietary fiber intake.
* Regular morning walk and exercise to keep the bowel movements proper.
* If I had a patient like you I would perhaps have suggested Prodep 20 mg tablet once daily for at least 2 months (it may take time for the action to set in).
* Take curd or yogurt on daily basis.
* Yoga and meditation should help.
It contains beneficial bacteria and should help.
Hope that helps. The mentioned treatment is the best primary that can be offered. If the problem persists, the next step would be to get an upper GI endoscopy done and to check for a bacteria called H pylori in your stomach. If found, treatment with suitable antibiotic regimen should help in resolving your problem.
Let me know if I could help further.
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