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Osteoporosis. Smelly Curd Like Discharge From Navel, Frequent Stomach Aches. On Omeprazole. Problem?
83 year old mother with severe osteoporosis had a severe pile of horrible smelling curd like discage stuff comming from her navel area. ..She said she felt like something stung her in the am hours. i discovered the horror when getting her ready for evening bath. she has stomach aches frequently and takes omeprazole once a day.prescribed.. What is this horrorible stuff?
Wed, 26 Jun 2013
this know as GERD(gastroesophageal reflux disease)
Lifestyle changes to treat GERD include:
• Elevate the head of the bed 6-8 inches
• Lose weight
• Stop smoking
• Decrease alcohol intake
• Limit meal size and avoid heavy evening meals
• Do not lie down within two to three hours of eating
• Decrease caffeine intake
drugs: antacid & H2 blocker or increase the dose of omeprazole(twice a day)
Lifestyle changes to treat GERD include:
• Elevate the head of the bed 6-8 inches
• Lose weight
• Stop smoking
• Decrease alcohol intake
• Limit meal size and avoid heavy evening meals
• Do not lie down within two to three hours of eating
• Decrease caffeine intake
drugs: antacid & H2 blocker or increase the dose of omeprazole(twice a day)
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