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Suggest Alternative Treatment For IBS And Oesophagitis
Question: I have IBS and also oesophagitis I need to understand are these conected I have a very bad flare up at present I am feeling very unwell although I have taken Lansoprazole Mebeverine or hyoscine Butlbrom gaviscon still hasn't settle can you explain? And please advise thank you !
Brief Answer:
Relax
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
Oesophagitis which is related to acid reflux and IBS are very common problems and both can occur in the same person. They do not have the same pathological mechanism but can be related to anxiety. If medicines have not settled the problem, give more attention to a healthy life style avoiding spicy, acidic, junk foods, caffeinated or aerated drinks and alcohol, exercise at least 30 minutes a day and practice stress relieving measures like yoga, meditation and relaxation exercises.
If your IBS symptoms are recent in onset, it would be good to get a colonoscopy also done to exclude any organic lesions.
best wishes,
Relax
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
Oesophagitis which is related to acid reflux and IBS are very common problems and both can occur in the same person. They do not have the same pathological mechanism but can be related to anxiety. If medicines have not settled the problem, give more attention to a healthy life style avoiding spicy, acidic, junk foods, caffeinated or aerated drinks and alcohol, exercise at least 30 minutes a day and practice stress relieving measures like yoga, meditation and relaxation exercises.
If your IBS symptoms are recent in onset, it would be good to get a colonoscopy also done to exclude any organic lesions.
best wishes,
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