Question 1

I've been dealing with lax esophagitis and pangastritis for 10 years and have been on PPIs the whole time. The side effects from the meds are getting to me should I consider surgery or stick with the PPIs?

Accepted Answer

Long-term PPI use for esophagitis may cause side effects. Anti-reflux surgery (like fundoplication) is considered when lifestyle and medicines fail.

Question 2

Is it possible to treat piles with medications alone without needing surgery? I've been dealing with discomfort and bleeding, and I'm worried about going under the knife. What are the best non-surgical options available?

Accepted Answer

please approach a surgeon in apollo hospital

Question 3

I've been dealing with gas issues for the past three years, and it's been pretty uncomfortable. I keep burping a lot, and if I press on my stomach, more gas comes out. I've noticed mucus in my stool toosometimes it's like a yellow jelly, sometimes it's white, or sometimes there's nothing at all. On top of that, I experience mild stomach and abdominal pain and constipation. A few months back, it was this weird mix of loose stools and then suddenly hard stools. It's kind of normal now, but still, sometimes it's hard, and when I pass stool, I get even more gas and mild upper stomach pain. There's also some bloatingnot always after eating, but just randomly. And occasionally, with the yellow mucus, there's this long worm-like thing about 3 to 5 inches long. Any idea what might be going on with me? I'm getting a bit worried about it.

Accepted Answer

It sounds like you may be experiencing symptoms of gastrointestinal issues such as gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or even a parasitic infection. To address these symptoms, I recommend the following: 
1. For frequent burping and gas: You can try taking Simethicone (Gas-X) 125mg tablets as needed to help relieve gas and bloating. 
2. For mucus in stool and abdominal pain: You can try a probiotic supplement like Align Probiotic Supplement to help restore the balance of good bacteria in your gut.
3. For constipation and irregular bowel movements: You can try a gentle laxative like MiraLAX (Polyethylene Glycol 3350) to help soften stools and promote regular bowel movements.
4. For possible parasitic infection: It is important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper testing and treatment with medications such as Albendazole or Mebendazole, if necessary. 
Please note that these recommendations are general in nature and it is important to consult with a healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

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I've been dealing with lax esophagitis and pangastritis for 10 years and have been on PPIs the whole time. The side effects from the meds are getting to me should I consider surgery or stick with the PPIs?

Is it possible to treat piles with medications alone without needing surgery? I've been dealing with discomfort and bleeding, and I'm worried about going under the knife. What are the best non-surgical options available?

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