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Epigastric discomfort everyday. feel tightness right between ribs and lower stomach. endoscopy fine. worse after eating or playing. level 1-2/10. help?

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Dyspepsia: VijayG ~ normal UGI endoscopy and still have dyspepsia. Was H.pylori level tested? Have it done if not Take 1. antacids (any!) ~ 20ml 3 -4 times a day BETWEEN meals, 2. add proton pump inhibitor if that does work (Tagament, Nexium, (esomeprazole)etc) see MD if still in trouble. 3. AVOID: CURRY ! spicy food, alcohol thanks

Answered 10/14/2015

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