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Can severe acid reflux cause Barrett's esophagus?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 27 year old female. I was going through a lot of stress and started consuming alcohol at least 3 drinks a day. For the past 5 years, I have been suffering from acid reflux along with severe regurgitation and taking tablet Prilosec. I fell sick a month ago and taught it to be a resp... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are many causes of reflux. Hiatus hernia is one of the conditions. It is a major concern causing lifestyle limitation. I would like to know if you are suffering from any respiratory problem. Continuous reflux can cause stricture formation and dysphasia (difficult... Read Full »
I have pain in my right upper abdomen. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, About a month ago, I experienced acute pain in my right upper abdomen and that radiated to my back. It happened after I had a high fat meal that night. The pain lasted for hours and continued as a dull ache for the next week. I made an appointment with a gastroenterologist and he advised ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. Such description of pain is usually seen in the gallbladder issues as well as acid reflux disease. There is no point in taking a second opinion from a gastroenterologist as he would suggest the same. Actually, his suggestion is ... Read Full »
Sticky saliva and acidic feel in throat are preventing my sleep. Is this Covid-19?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 45-year-old female. I feel nervous sometimes that I cannot sleep and have sticky saliva in the throat that feels like acidic stock in my throat. Every time I feel worried about the Covid19 situation, I am having had time to relax myself and these symptoms start to happen again... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do you have a history of anxiety or acid reflux disease? What have you tried so far to make yourself feel better? Read Full »
Is small bump on the throat with mild burning and raw feel a concerning issue?
Query: Hello doctor, I am someone who suffers from health anxiety. I notice a lot of changes with my body. However, I had an appointment to get my throat looked at today but was declined due to COVID-19 concerns. I do not feel this is COVID-19 related, however. I have a spot on my bottom right side of my m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You should not be so worried like that. It is a minor sickness. You just need a symptomatic treatment as an antihistamine and anti-inflammatory drugs.Your throat is deep dusky red in color (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This is not normal. I think yo... Read Full »
I am having chest tightness that radiates to my throat causing pain and irritation. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having tightness in my chest for the past two days, that radiates up to my throat. I was not having any problem at first but now it is starting to irritate and hurt. Now I am also having a cough and it aggravates while talking or while deeply breathing. I was wondering if I should... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Mostly it is an acidity and reflux disease. Do you also have upper abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, burping, increase in pain on food, sour water feeling in your throat, or chest burning? If yes, it further supports th... Read Full »
I have something stuck in my throat. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have acidity and I feel like something is stuck in my throat and have inflammation. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have severe pharyngitis (inflammation of the throat). It is highly possible due to the reflux of acid from the stomach. You need to take some precautions such as, avoid food items like spicy foods, excess coffee, fried foods, etc., avoid eating to a full stomach, r... Read Full »
Why am I having acid reflux issues for months?
Query: Hi doctor, I am having issues with acid reflux for months and for the last two months my main symptoms include the following: 1. cough. 2. constant throat clearing. 3. voice hoarseness. 4. stomach gas and bloating. Over time, the stomach seems more settled but other symptoms do not go away. I had a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the clinical history and symptoms, it is consistent with acid reflux. Yes, you may proceed with the video laryngoscopy for complete confirmation. However, we must realize that the management of acid reflux involves the following : 1) Lifestyle modifications suc... Read Full »
Why am I having dry cough for the past nine months?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having a dry cough for the last nine months. I am not taking any medicine for a dry cough. Suggest some test for a dry cough. What could be the reasons for a dry cough? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A dry cough for such a long period could be due to acid reflux especially if you are also having stomach burning, burping or acidity problems. I highly recommend to consult with a gastroenterologist and run upper endoscopy in order to deter... Read Full »
I have an acid reflux problem despite taking Pantoprazole. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from an acid reflux problem and have consulted a physician. It has been more than one month since I started taking Pantoprazole, and Iam not feeling better. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a common condition that can cause symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, and indigestion. Pantoprazole is a medication commonly used to treat GERD by reducing th... Read Full »
I am a 50-year-old woman with a history of acid reflux. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 50-year-old working woman with a history of acid reflux, but these recent symptoms feel different. I have been experiencing persistent stomach discomfort, and some occasional indigestion too. I am concerned as I have been losing weight, and my dad also has stomach issues. Kindly... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Stomach symptoms can be resolving symptoms or non-resolving symptoms after medications. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions: If you have already used antacid syrup like Gaviscon (Sodium alginate) and acid suppression medicine like Pantoprazole 40mg hal... Read Full »