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What Causes Hiccups And Regurgitation Of Food?
Question: ok..on occassion when dining, i start getting hiccups, followed by regurgitation and the only relief is to wait, spit out the fluid as it comes back up.
it doesn't happen frequently and there is no specific food that triggers the event
it doesn't happen frequently and there is no specific food that triggers the event
Brief Answer:
Might be GERD, capsule omeprazole
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Welcome
I have gone through your query.
Based on the information it looks like GERD.
I would suggest you few measures that will be beneficial.
Take capsule omeprazole 20 mg once daily empty stomach, before breakfast for a week.
Avoid spicy and oily food for few days till the symptoms are resolved. Avoid or reduce the intake of meat, dairy products, and add more fiber to your diet. Eat lots of salads, vegetables, fresh fruits.
Avoid excess consumption of tea/ coffee/ hydrogenated drinks. Avoid smoking and alcohol, if any.
Eat frequent small meals instead of heavy ones and do not starve. Do not lie down immediately after food, walk for at least 10 to 15 minutes. Keep your head end slightly raised when sleeping.
Maintain a gap of atleast 2 hrs in between dinner and going to bed.
Eat light meals prepared under hygienic conditions. Avoid eating fast and talking while eating.
Regular exercise is very much essential. Follow this measures your symptoms should reduce.
Follow this measures you should be fine.
If you have any further doubt, I'll be glad to help you out.
Take care
Might be GERD, capsule omeprazole
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Welcome
I have gone through your query.
Based on the information it looks like GERD.
I would suggest you few measures that will be beneficial.
Take capsule omeprazole 20 mg once daily empty stomach, before breakfast for a week.
Avoid spicy and oily food for few days till the symptoms are resolved. Avoid or reduce the intake of meat, dairy products, and add more fiber to your diet. Eat lots of salads, vegetables, fresh fruits.
Avoid excess consumption of tea/ coffee/ hydrogenated drinks. Avoid smoking and alcohol, if any.
Eat frequent small meals instead of heavy ones and do not starve. Do not lie down immediately after food, walk for at least 10 to 15 minutes. Keep your head end slightly raised when sleeping.
Maintain a gap of atleast 2 hrs in between dinner and going to bed.
Eat light meals prepared under hygienic conditions. Avoid eating fast and talking while eating.
Regular exercise is very much essential. Follow this measures your symptoms should reduce.
Follow this measures you should be fine.
If you have any further doubt, I'll be glad to help you out.
Take care
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Thank you Doctor....I will follow your direction. Quick question on the medication....what is the brand name and can I get it over the counter?
Brief Answer:
Prilosec OTC
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Welcome.
Brand name - Prilosec OTC.
Hope this helps
Wish you good health.
If you don't have further questions, kindly rate and close the post.
Take care
Prilosec OTC
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Welcome.
Brand name - Prilosec OTC.
Hope this helps
Wish you good health.
If you don't have further questions, kindly rate and close the post.
Take care
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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