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What Are The Symptoms And Treatment For GERD?
HI, i have trouble swallowing and eating, and drinking, i just came back from a small flu and i puked about 4 times, but i dont think that only 4 vomits screwed up my esophagus, im 16 years old and ive been researching and i found something thats named GERD it looks really intense and im scared theres a sergery and i dont wanna die you know :( but if you tell me that its 100% ill be fine, please help me docs im scared
Wed, 25 Apr 2018
Hello,
Some advice that I can give to you is:
-A burning sensation in your chest (heartburn), usually after eating, which might be worse at night.
-Chest pain.
-Difficulty swallowing.
-Regurgitation of food or sour liquid.
-Sensation of a lump in your throat.
Treatment consists in:
-Antacid medication
-Lifestyle changes
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
Some advice that I can give to you is:
-A burning sensation in your chest (heartburn), usually after eating, which might be worse at night.
-Chest pain.
-Difficulty swallowing.
-Regurgitation of food or sour liquid.
-Sensation of a lump in your throat.
Treatment consists in:
-Antacid medication
-Lifestyle changes
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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