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Question: FOr the past three days I have had a gasoline or metallic taste in my mouth and my thumbnails are somewhat discolored. No other symptoms but I am wondering what could be the reason for this,
Brief Answer:
Symptoms point towards acid reflux Further evaluation recommended.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thanks for posting query at HCM.
You maybe familiar with the common mechanism of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) ; however i will briefly explain:
Food enters in to stomach from esophagus via lower esophageal sphincter (LES) . If XXXXXXX fails to close/contract effectively food content from stomach may reflux into the esphagus leading to GERD.
Certain food may lead to relaxation of XXXXXXX and/or increase gastric acid production. :
1. chocolate 2. caffeine. 3 Alcohol. 4. fatty meal. 5. citrus fruit and tomato
The acid reflux may damage the inside of the esophagus, thus called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Given you age (>55) and present complaints , Upper GI endoscopy is recommended to rule out any lesions in the esophagus and stomach.
Further Advise:
1. Avoid chocolates; carbonated drinks,
2. Avoid tomato juice, decrease salt intake
3. Minimum alcohol intake and try quit smoking ( if your a smoker)
4. Eat your dinner at least 2 to 3 hours before going to bed
5. Raise your head by placing two pillows under your head before sleeping
Hope to answer your concern
Further questions are most welcome
Regards
Dr Tayyab Malik
Symptoms point towards acid reflux Further evaluation recommended.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thanks for posting query at HCM.
You maybe familiar with the common mechanism of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) ; however i will briefly explain:
Food enters in to stomach from esophagus via lower esophageal sphincter (LES) . If XXXXXXX fails to close/contract effectively food content from stomach may reflux into the esphagus leading to GERD.
Certain food may lead to relaxation of XXXXXXX and/or increase gastric acid production. :
1. chocolate 2. caffeine. 3 Alcohol. 4. fatty meal. 5. citrus fruit and tomato
The acid reflux may damage the inside of the esophagus, thus called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Given you age (>55) and present complaints , Upper GI endoscopy is recommended to rule out any lesions in the esophagus and stomach.
Further Advise:
1. Avoid chocolates; carbonated drinks,
2. Avoid tomato juice, decrease salt intake
3. Minimum alcohol intake and try quit smoking ( if your a smoker)
4. Eat your dinner at least 2 to 3 hours before going to bed
5. Raise your head by placing two pillows under your head before sleeping
Hope to answer your concern
Further questions are most welcome
Regards
Dr Tayyab Malik
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