Acidity & GERD Treatment
Dr Apurva Pande is a Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
providing evaluation and treatment for acidity, GERD,
acid reflux, heartburn, gastritis, bloating,
indigestion and upper abdominal pain.
What is Acidity / GERD?
Acidity and GERD occur when stomach acid irritates the food pipe
or upper digestive tract, causing symptoms such as heartburn,
sour belching, chest burning, nausea or upper abdominal discomfort.
Occasional acidity is common, but frequent or persistent symptoms
should be evaluated properly.
Common Symptoms
- Heartburn or burning sensation in chest
- Sour belching or acid reflux
- Upper abdominal burning
- Bloating or gas
- Nausea
- Regurgitation of food or acid
- Chronic cough or throat irritation
- Bad taste in mouth
- Symptoms worsening after meals or lying down
Common Causes and Triggers
- Spicy or oily food
- Tea, coffee or carbonated drinks
- Late-night meals
- Overeating
- Obesity or weight gain
- Smoking or alcohol intake
- Stress and irregular eating habits
- Hiatus hernia
- Certain medicines
When Should You Consult a Gastroenterologist?
You should consult a gastroenterologist if acidity or reflux is frequent,
persistent or associated with warning symptoms.
- Long-standing acidity or heartburn
- Difficulty swallowing
- Repeated vomiting
- Blood vomiting or black stools
- Unexplained weight loss
- Anemia
- Persistent upper abdominal pain
- Symptoms not improving with routine medicines
Evaluation of Acidity and GERD
Evaluation depends on symptom severity, duration,
age and presence of warning signs.
Evaluation may include:
- Detailed symptom history
- Diet and lifestyle review
- Assessment of reflux triggers
- Upper GI endoscopy in selected patients
- Testing for gastritis or ulcer disease when required
- Evaluation for anemia or bleeding symptoms when needed
Treatment of Acidity and GERD
Treatment is individualized based on symptoms,
triggers and endoscopy findings when required.
- Dietary modification
- Avoiding late-night meals
- Weight reduction when overweight
- Reducing spicy, oily and trigger foods
- Medicines to reduce acid when required
- Treatment of gastritis or ulcer disease if present
- Long-term lifestyle correction for recurrent reflux
Frequently Asked Questions
Is acidity the same as GERD?
Acidity is a common term used for acid-related symptoms.
GERD refers to recurrent reflux of stomach acid into the food pipe.
Can GERD cause chest burning?
Yes, GERD commonly causes chest burning, heartburn,
sour belching and throat irritation.
Does acidity require endoscopy?
Endoscopy is not required for every patient, but may be advised
if symptoms are persistent or associated with warning signs.
Which doctor should I consult for acidity?
A gastroenterologist is the specialist for acidity,
GERD, gastritis, bloating and upper abdominal symptoms.
Consult Dr Apurva Pande
For acidity, GERD, heartburn, bloating,
gastritis and upper abdominal discomfort.
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