MBBS, MS - General Surgery, M.Ch - Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I. Surgery, Fellowship in Hepatobiliary Surgery & Liver Transplantation, International Visiting Scholar
Surgical Gastroenterologist, Hyderabad
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24 years experience
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Which of these are the best medical methods of treating chronic acidity?
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One of the most common ways of treating chronic acidity is by taking antacids. But when they fail to control the stomach condition, prescribed medicines, such as proton pump inhibitors, H2 blockers, etc. become the next best way of treating it. Sometimes when medications fail to resolve chronic acidity, surgeries like fundoplication and endoscopy, though minimally invasive, become necessary. Based on the condition of the stomach or the causes of chronic acidity, the treatment options vary from one to another.
Which of these simple treatment tips can help in dealing with chronic acidity?
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There are various simple treatment tips available that can help in keeping chronic acidity at bay. Some of them are, controlling your dosage of certain blood pressure drugs and sedatives, eating small meals several times a day to avoid staying on an empty stomach, avoiding foods like coffee, carbonated drinks, chocolates, etc. that can trigger acidity, etc. It?s best to consult with your doctor to find out the healthy lifestyle and diet changes that can help you prevent the risks of developing chronic acidity.
Chronic acidity has a number of symptoms, such as burning sensation in the stomach, burping, bloating, heartburn, black stool, bloody vomiting, etc.
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Knowing about the common symptoms of chronic acidity can certainly help in opting for early treatment, if necessary. Some of such signs and symptoms are a burning sensation or discomfort in the stomach, a bitter or sour tasting acid coming back in the mouth from the stomach through the throat, burping, bloating, nausea, sore throat, etc. After noticing the symptoms of chronic acidity, it?s always recommended to consult with a gastroenterologist to have the right treatment at the right time.
Chronic acidity has no connection with bad eating habits.
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In the majority of cases of chronic acidity, poor eating habits have been observed to be the primary cause. Not chewing the food properly, not eating for a long time, eating too fast, or eating heavy meals may lead to chronic acidity. Eating too much junk and spicy foods may result in developing chronic acidity too. Remember, taking care of anything that causes chronic acidity, such as stress, alcohol and smoking, use of certain drugs, can help in keeping it at bay.
There are various over-the-counter treatments available that can initially help in controlling chronic acidity.
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Yes, there are plenty of over-the-counter medications that can be taken to ease the symptoms of chronic acidity as well as treating it. While some meds focus on neutralizing the stomach acid and providing quick relief, there are others that work towards reducing the production of acid and healing the esophagus while blocking acid production. If chronic acidity keeps on troubling you after taking the over-the-counter medications, don?t delay in seeking expert care.
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