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A member asked:
I have been on acid reflux ppi for over 10 yrs...will i ever be able to stop or reduce dosage? hiatal hernia.
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Acid reflux: Probably yes but you won't know until you try. If things get worse please see your doctor ASAP. If things don't get better you also see your doctor. If things get better - I hope they do - keep decreasing the dose one week at a time.
Answered 6/20/2015
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Maybe: Try to wean yourself off the meds, and see what happens. If its still intolerable, you may want to look in to a Stretta procedure or surgical fundoplication to actually mechanically repair the valve and "cure" the disease. It is important to note however that not all patients are candidates, and a normal amount of reflux still occurs, and you may still occasionally need meds. Hope this helps!
Answered 6/20/2015
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