Hi Dr. I have a terrible gastric reflux that chock...

Treatment of GERD

It is common disease affecting high percentage of people due to weakness in lower esophageal sphincter . Firstly, avoid foods types affecting you and increase symptoms . In addition to that you have to stop smoking soda drinks and avoid obesity and heavy weight. About drugs you can take OMEPRAZOLE 20 mg one daily at night or in early morning to decrease symptoms you have. IF there is no response to treatment you can seek your doctor for surgical treatment.

Investigations to do

you can do chest x ray, gastric endoscope and barium enema

Symptoms of GERD

There are many symptoms like

• Sore throat
• Chest pain
• Chest burning sensation
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea