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What shall I do for acidity and stomach burn?

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Published At May 4, 2016
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 23-year-old male. I have an issue with my stomach for the last few months. I had Ponstan Forte (a painkiller) for my headache for almost two years. I used to take the tablet in empty stomach usually and rarely after food. About eight months ago, I had a stomach burn near my stomach mouth, a point at the right side under the ribs. That time I used two or three Omeprazole tablets and it became all good. Then after one month, it happened again. I had acidity and stomach burn because I used to stay empty stomach. Along with this, When I sleep I got much saliva in mouth and woke up many times at night to wash it. When I visited a doctor, he prescribed me Omeprazole once daily and Ganaton three times a day for a month. Then everything remained fine for two weeks. Then I took spicy hot soup once in empty stomach and then again the problem started. Then I remained untreated for three months. When I press my rib cage at right side, I feel sore and slight pain. I do not have any symptoms now. Whenever I skip food, I feel acidity. What should I do?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible gastritis. It could be the painkillers that you had has done enough damage. I would suggest that you test with an endoscopy. Meanwhile, start with the tablet Pantocid 40 mg (Pantoprazole) once daily at breakfast and syrup Sucralfate O three tablespoon four times a day. Avoid spicy food and fizzy drinks. Also avoid alcohol, coffee and stress. You need to take Pantoprazole for a prolonged period. I have tried to explain your problem as simple as possible. Take care.

The Probable causes

Possibly NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) induced.

Investigations to be done

Endoscopy.

Regarding follow up

Revert back with the investigation report to a general medicine physician online.---> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/general-medicine-physician

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Saumya Mittal
Dr. Saumya Mittal

Internal Medicine

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