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Have had acid reflux on and off for 1 1/2 years. tried everything. cannot take it anymore. will i need surgery? nothing seems to be working.
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There are many : Options open. There are injections, endoscopic procedures and a magnet ring. Go to a university center.
Answered 1/2/2015
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Tell your primary: Care doctor about your persistent symptoms ; your frustration to determine if you need referral to a pediatric gastroenterologist. The " pedes gi" doctor will determine if you need a procedure in which he uses a tube to visualize your esophagus, stomach ; part of the small bowel while you're asleep. The results of that procedure, (endoscopy) help determine the need for surgery ; other treatments.
Answered 1/4/2020
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