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Jan 4, 2023 · Some complementary and alternative therapies, such as ginger, chamomile and slippery elm, may be recommended to treat GERD. However, none have been proved to treat GERD or reverse damage to the esophagus. Talk to your health care provider if you're considering taking alternative therapies to treat GERD. Preparing for your appointment
Sep 19, 2022 · Gastroesophageal reflux becomes a disease when it either causes macroscopic damage to the esophagus or causes symptoms. This topic will review the initial management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and management of patients with recurrent GERD when treatment is discontinued.
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Jan 1, 2022 · Regarding the safety of long-term PPI usage for GERD, we suggest that patients should be advised as follows: “Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are the most effective medical treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
- 10.14309/ajg.0000000000001538
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Dec 17, 2021 · Proton-pump inhibitors remain a standard treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) despite increased scrutiny of side effects, although new treatments are emerging, the guideline from the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) stated.
Dec 1, 2022 · KEY POINTS. If GERD symptoms have resolved with PPIs and the patient has no erosive esophagitis or Barrett esophagus, tapering to the lowest effective dose, intermittent PPI therapy or replacement with a histamine 2 receptor antagonist, and discontinuation when possible should be considered.
Aug 4, 2017 · Management of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. Management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) commonly starts with an empiric trial of proton pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy and complementary lifestyle measures, for patients without alarm symptoms.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Treatment. Gastroenterology Gastric Surgery. There are four approaches for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) treatment, including medication and surgery. Often, patients respond well to a combination of lifestyle changes and a medication regimen.
