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Suggest Treatment For Acid Reflux

My daughters esophogus was burnt due to acid reflux, today is day seven she has not been able to eat without having brutal pain. He can only ingest cold ginger tea and small amounts of cold muchroom soup. She has been on dexilant. How long should she wait before going back to doctor?
Fri, 5 Jun 2015
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
The acid reflux is caused due to relaxation of the sphincter at the lower part of esophagus.

Medical management consists of intake of Proton pump inhibitors like Dexilant (which prevent acid formation in stomach)+ Domperidone preparations (strengthens the sphincter & prevents reflux)

In addition, your daughter needs to follow certain diet & lifestyle measures, such as:
1. Dietary modification- avoid consuming irritating substances such as acidic & rich foods, caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol.
2. Lifestyle modification- like weight reduction, sleeping on the left side, or with upper body raised.

If symptoms still persist, it will be better to consult her treating Doctor/ Gastroenterologist.

Wishing her a good health.
Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Acid Reflux

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post is attributed to Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The acid reflux is caused due to relaxation of the sphincter at the lower part of esophagus. Medical management consists of intake of Proton pump inhibitors like Dexilant (which prevent acid formation in stomach)+ Domperidone preparations (strengthens the sphincter & prevents reflux) In addition, your daughter needs to follow certain diet & lifestyle measures, such as: 1. Dietary modification- avoid consuming irritating substances such as acidic & rich foods, caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol. 2. Lifestyle modification- like weight reduction, sleeping on the left side, or with upper body raised. If symptoms still persist, it will be better to consult her treating Doctor/ Gastroenterologist. Wishing her a good health. Take care.