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Endoscopy showed grade b reflux esophagitis. biopsy says: reflux esophagitis, mild, with focal surface erosion. is the erosion also mild? i started on 20 mg prilosec. i still have some regurgitation but no longer burning. is med likely to heal this?
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Yes meds will help. Aldo elevate head feet of bed 8 inches as gravity never sleeps. Especially if you have water brash.
Answered 4/22/2023
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