Patient's question:
I've had heartburn from my upper abdomen to my chest for four or five years. The symptoms appear two to three hours after meals. Every spring, the symptoms start to reappear and last until it gets warmer. What's going on?Doctor's answer:
In this case, it is considered related to esophagitis or bile reflux. It is recommended to undergo further gastroscopy for a thorough examination, diagnosis, and treatment. The principle of treatment is to increase gastric content reflux, reduce the irritability of the reflux material, and stabilize the function of the lower esophageal sphincter. Generally, it is effective to use Domperidone, Omeprazole enteric-coated capsules, or Cimetidine, Potassium Bicarbonate Granules, in combination for treatment. It is important to pay attention to avoiding napping immediately after meals. At the same time, it is necessary to prevent overeating and spicy, irritating foods, such as adopting a light diet and avoiding spicy foods. Meanwhile, patients should also pay attention to choosing a top-tier hospital for treatment to achieve better therapeutic effects.