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What Causes Throat Congestion, Headache And Indigestion Problems?
Question: I have throat congestion, head ache and indigestion problems. My doctor told me I had some acid reflux problems so when I had the medicine I got some relief.
Its been 4 to 5 years since I have this head ache and throat congestion problems. After eating my head feels heavy and I dont feel energetic too. My throat is congested almost all the time. Please advice a medicine or a permanent solution to my problem?
Its been 4 to 5 years since I have this head ache and throat congestion problems. After eating my head feels heavy and I dont feel energetic too. My throat is congested almost all the time. Please advice a medicine or a permanent solution to my problem?
Brief Answer:
GI scopy, pH monitoring
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXX,
Greetings from health care magic!!! I am Dr Thakker and shall be answering your question.
I have been through your clinical history. you most likely have gastro esophageal reflux disease and possible reflux laryngitis as well.
I would recommend you the following:
Upper GI scopy and pH monitoring to reach the diagnosis. This is performed by gastroenterologist. I would also suggest a ENT reference to rule out reflux laryngitis.
In such condition, I would start you on prokinetic drug like Cintodac which helps to fasten gastric emptying and Pantoprazole to reduce the acidity. Syrup sucrafil is also helpful. You can discuss with your treating doctor.
Certain dietary precautions are to be taken as well. You can have a low spice bland diet. Keep upright for 1 hour post every meal. Do not sleep in bed right away after a meal.
I would suggest you to have a thyroid test done as well to rule out hypothyroidism. This can cause the fatigue and tiredness sensation you complain about.
I hope this helps you out. If you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to write back to me.
Yours sincerely,
Dr Thakker.
GI scopy, pH monitoring
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXX,
Greetings from health care magic!!! I am Dr Thakker and shall be answering your question.
I have been through your clinical history. you most likely have gastro esophageal reflux disease and possible reflux laryngitis as well.
I would recommend you the following:
Upper GI scopy and pH monitoring to reach the diagnosis. This is performed by gastroenterologist. I would also suggest a ENT reference to rule out reflux laryngitis.
In such condition, I would start you on prokinetic drug like Cintodac which helps to fasten gastric emptying and Pantoprazole to reduce the acidity. Syrup sucrafil is also helpful. You can discuss with your treating doctor.
Certain dietary precautions are to be taken as well. You can have a low spice bland diet. Keep upright for 1 hour post every meal. Do not sleep in bed right away after a meal.
I would suggest you to have a thyroid test done as well to rule out hypothyroidism. This can cause the fatigue and tiredness sensation you complain about.
I hope this helps you out. If you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to write back to me.
Yours sincerely,
Dr Thakker.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Thanks for the reply doctor. I recently had this Thyroid test done, it was negative. These medicines Cintodac and Pantoprazole which you mentioned should be continued for how long?
The doctor had put a camera inside the throat and it also gave negative results.
The doctor had put a camera inside the throat and it also gave negative results.
Brief Answer:
1 month treatment
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXX,
You can take Cintodac and Pantoprazole for 4 weeks duration. I would suggest a 24 hr pH monitoring to confirm your diagnosis.
I hope this helps you out. If you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to write back to me.
Yours sincerely,
Dr Thakker.
1 month treatment
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXX,
You can take Cintodac and Pantoprazole for 4 weeks duration. I would suggest a 24 hr pH monitoring to confirm your diagnosis.
I hope this helps you out. If you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to write back to me.
Yours sincerely,
Dr Thakker.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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