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How To Treat Acid Reflux?
Hi. I believe I may have the symptoms of Acid Reflux, and I was wondering if there was any way to treat it with out having to go to the doctor. I have taken some Tums, but thats about it. Is there anything I can do to save the money it will cost to go to the doctor?
Fri, 18 Jul 2014
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I have gone through your query.For acid reflux i treat my patients with proton pump inhibitors like rabeperazole and antiemetic domperidone for 2 to 4 weeks.You should be strict in your diet also.Should avoid oily and spicy foods alcohol and smoking and stressful conditions.You should take light meals in short intervals.Preference of food should be given to boiled items.Hope this may help you.
Let me know if you have any further query.
Thank you for asking HCM
I have gone through your query.For acid reflux i treat my patients with proton pump inhibitors like rabeperazole and antiemetic domperidone for 2 to 4 weeks.You should be strict in your diet also.Should avoid oily and spicy foods alcohol and smoking and stressful conditions.You should take light meals in short intervals.Preference of food should be given to boiled items.Hope this may help you.
Let me know if you have any further query.
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