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Is there anyway to get relief from what feels like an esophageal stricture? my doctor said its acid reflux but ive been having this feeling for 3 days now and im feeling like i cant eat solid food because of it. taking pepcid but want relief?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Gastroenterology: You will need an upper endoscopy in order to confirm diagnosis and possibly have an esophageal dilatation if diagnosis confirmed. Talk to your doc if escalating your GERD therapy to a PPI would be appropriate in the interim and in the context of your detailed medical history, current medical conditions and meds and exam.

Answered 10/11/2020

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A member asked:

Is there anyway to get relief from what feels like an esophageal stricture? my doctor said its acid reflux but ive been having this feeling for 3 days now and im feeling like i cant eat solid food because of it. taking pepcid but want relief?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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