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How Can Acid Reflux Be Treated?
Hi last week I had a very bad heartburn. I felt my throat is full of acid and something is stuck in my throat. I met a doctor. I got a test. My GP told fortunately the test is negative. He prescribe Zantac( Rainitidine). It didn t work at all . after two days I felt relay I couldn t breath. One of my fiend is specialist. She recommended Nexium 24. After taking 3 days it really work. However now in day 5 I feel again heartburn but not as much as the past. Should I continue taking up to 14 days? Thanks Mary
Thu, 13 Jul 2017
Hello welcome to the health care magic
You are having more acid reflux problem
For that strong antacid like nexium can be continued for two week
Kindly mention which tests has been performed
Barium x ray useful and endoscopy can be done to look for Hiatus hernia if present
Head elevated while sleeping
Avoid excess spicy foods
Avoid excess coffee, alcohol, chocolate, smoking etc
Take care
Hope this will help you
Consult gastroenterologist for examination and further work up accordingly
You are having more acid reflux problem
For that strong antacid like nexium can be continued for two week
Kindly mention which tests has been performed
Barium x ray useful and endoscopy can be done to look for Hiatus hernia if present
Head elevated while sleeping
Avoid excess spicy foods
Avoid excess coffee, alcohol, chocolate, smoking etc
Take care
Hope this will help you
Consult gastroenterologist for examination and further work up accordingly
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