What are the recommended medical evaluation and treatment steps for chronic, worsening gastroesophageal symptoms?including severe abdominal uneasiness, bloating, frequent burping, nausea, and chest pain triggered by spicy foods?that persist despite the use of pantoprazole and domperidone? | Apollo Pharmacy

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What are the recommended medical evaluation and treatment steps for chronic, worsening gastroesophageal symptoms?including severe abdominal uneasiness, bloating, frequent burping, nausea, and chest pain triggered by spicy foods?that persist despite the use of pantoprazole and domperidone?

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What are the recommended medical evaluation and treatment steps for chronic, worsening gastroesophageal symptoms?including severe abdominal uneasiness, bloating, frequent burping, nausea, and chest pain triggered by spicy foods?that persist despite the use of pantoprazole and domperidone?

Asked by Female, 29 · 13 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

13 days ago

Since your symptoms are persisting and worsening, the next step is to consult a gastroenterologist for a comprehensive evaluation. They may recommend an upper endoscopy to safely examine your stomach and esophagus for inflammation, ulcers, or an infection like H. pylori. In the meantime, try eating smaller, more frequent meals, avoiding spicy or greasy triggers, and staying upright for at least two hours after eating.

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