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GERD treatment:
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a disorder that occurs when stomach acid flows up through the mouth of the stomach to reach the esophagus and causes irritation to the lining of the esophagus and damage in the long run. you should follow some Tips such as quitting smoking or drinking alcohol, reducing drinking coffee, reducing the amount of food in the meal, dividing the daily food into 5-6 small meals instead of 3 main meals, avoiding lying down after the meal, and it is advised to avoid fatty and oily foods, and eat slowly, as It is advised to avoid some foods that increase reflux such as mint, chocolate, garlic, and onions, reduce weight, especially the abdomen, and not wear clothes that compress the waist, and raise the head of the bed a little when sleeping, with the use of some medicines such as Nexium 40 mg once a day and Baclofen 10 mg once a day, in sever cases consult A general surgeon to perform a surgical intervention such as surgery to strengthen the lower esophageal sphincter or fundoplication or fundoplication without an incision through the mouth.
How is the diagnosis made?
- The diagnosis is made based on the medical history and clinical examination and then running some tests such as pH manometry, endoscopy of the esophagus and stomach, and x-ray using barium of the esophagus and stomach.
Symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease:
- heartburn
- chest pain
- food reflux
- difficulty swallowing
- Feeling a sour or metallic taste in the back of the mouth
- nausea
Factors that increase the likelihood of disease:
- obesity
- pregnancy
- Neurological disease
- Hiatal hernia
- cigarette smoking
- Eat big meals
- Alcohol
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
What we recommend:
- Follow the tips above and consult a gastroenterologist for the necessary tests
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