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  5. Ive been on rabeprazole and domperidone for the last 2 months but havent felt much relief. Now Im starting to feel soreness at the back of my throat, like theres food stuck there, but theres no pain or trouble swallowing. Could this be related to H. Pylori? Is it hard to treat or untreatable?

Ive been on rabeprazole and domperidone for the last 2 months but havent felt much relief. Now Im starting to feel soreness at the back of my throat, like theres food stuck there, but theres no pain or trouble swallowing. Could this be related to H. Pylori? Is it hard to treat or untreatable?

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Ive been on rabeprazole and domperidone for the last 2 months but havent felt much relief. Now Im starting to feel soreness at the back of my throat, like theres food stuck there, but theres no pain or trouble swallowing. Could this be related to H. Pylori? Is it hard to treat or untreatable?

Persistent symptoms despite treatment_:1. _Inadequate treatment duration_: 2 months might not be sufficient to fully address your condition.2. _Insufficient medication dosage_: Rabeprazole and domperidone dosages might need adjustment.3. _Underlying conditions_: H. pylori infection, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or other conditions might require alternative treatments._New symptom: Soreness on the back of the throat_:1. _Reflux-related symptom_: Stomach acid reflux can cause throat irritation.2. _Postnasal drip_: Mucus accumulation can cause throat soreness._H. pylori treatment_:1. _Not untreatable_: H. pylori infections can be treated with antibiotics and acid reducers.2. _Treatment challenges_: Antibiotic resistance, inadequate treatment duration, or insufficient medication dosages can make treatment difficult.

Last updated on 18 Dec 2024

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I recently got my routine check-up done, and my liver function test showed a high A/G ratio of 3.5. My albumin is in the normal range, but globulin is low at 1.7. Direct bilirubin is also slightly high at 0.33, though the rest of the tests are mostly...

An elevated Anion Gap (AG) ratio of 3.5, low globulin levels, and slightly high direct bilirubin levels can indicate several possible conditions. Since your albumin levels are normal, let's explore potential causes:Possible Causes1. Malnutrition or Malabsorption: Low globulin levels can be due to inadequate nutrition or malabsorption.2. Liver Disease: Elevated AG ratio and slightly high direct bilirubin levels may indicate liver dysfunction or disease.3. Nephrotic Syndrome: Although albumin levels are normal, low globulin levels can be seen in nephrotic syndrome.4. Chronic Infections or Inflammation: Low globulin levels can be associated with chronic infections or inflammation.Next Steps1. Consult a Hepatologist or Gastroenterologist: Discuss your test results with a specialist to determine the underlying cause.2. Additional Tests: Your doctor may recommend further tests, such as:- Liver ultrasound or imaging studies- Viral hepatitis screening- Autoantibody tests for autoimmune liver diseases- Urine tests to evaluate kidney function3. Dietary Changes: Ensure you're getting adequate nutrition, and consider consulting a dietitian for personalized guidance.Please consult a specialist to determine the underlying cause of your abnormal test results.

Last updated on 18 Dec 2024

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