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I have gastritis, that's it. nothing else wrong with me. aciphex (rabeprazole) relieves reflux well but gastrtitis never heals. even with carafate/others. suggest?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

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Find the cause: The cause of your reflux is not being addressed by your treatment, which suppresses the symptoms. Talk with you doctor about other diagnostic options (such as upper endoscopy) or if you could be evaluated for a surgical procedure that might help.

Answered 2/28/2021

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A member asked:

I have gastritis, that's it. nothing else wrong with me. aciphex (rabeprazole) relieves reflux well but gastrtitis never heals. even with carafate/others. suggest?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

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