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How Can Acid Reflux And Stomach Ache Be Treated?

I am having some heartburn discomfort and was told it may be acid reflux. I have taken a prescripition drug but that isn t helping. I am still having the heartburn and stomach pain on the left side. I have also changed my eating habits and still an issue.
Thu, 30 Nov 2017
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Hello there I have read through your question and I can understand your concern. Acid reflux can be managed by following the following instructions. 1. Avoid oily and spicy food 2. Avoid eating anything two hours before going to sleep. 3. Restrict caffeine containing drinks and sugar as it increases acid production 4. Drink lots of water atleast 3-4 litres in a day. 5. Raise the head end by atleast 6 inches while sleeping. 6. Take a proton pump inhibitor like omeprazole on empty stomach for a few weeks. 7. Take syrup sucralfate 10 ml after meals twice daily. If you are not relieved in a few weeks get an USG abdomen done. I hope I was able to help. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.
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How Can Acid Reflux And Stomach Ache Be Treated?

Hello there I have read through your question and I can understand your concern. Acid reflux can be managed by following the following instructions. 1. Avoid oily and spicy food 2. Avoid eating anything two hours before going to sleep. 3. Restrict caffeine containing drinks and sugar as it increases acid production 4. Drink lots of water atleast 3-4 litres in a day. 5. Raise the head end by atleast 6 inches while sleeping. 6. Take a proton pump inhibitor like omeprazole on empty stomach for a few weeks. 7. Take syrup sucralfate 10 ml after meals twice daily. If you are not relieved in a few weeks get an USG abdomen done. I hope I was able to help. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.