Reflux esophagitis - common mistake that never cures?

Video content is professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor I Dong Xuan Ha - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital

Normally, peristalsis in the esophagus pushes food down to the stomach, gastric juice flows up the esophagus and then recedes. When the gastric juice overflows with a lot of acid, it will cause discomfort to the patient, inflammation of the esophageal surface and the appearance of signs of esophagitis.

Typical symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux esophagitis include:
hot; Pain in the epigastrium, above the sternum or in the back; Belching; Heartburn; Persistent chronic cough; Hoarseness of voice; Sinusitis ; There is a feeling of entanglement in the neck; Choking; Weight loss; Vomiting blood. According to doctor CKI Dong Xuan Ha - Vinmec Ha Long Hospital, the causes of gastroesophageal reflux are many. However, the most common cause may be damage to the lining of the esophagus because the sphincter between the esophagus and stomach is not tight. Some other causes of gastroesophageal reflux such as: HP bacteria, eating habits...
To diagnose gastroesophageal reflux esophagitis, patients need to perform a number of tests such as: Esophageal pH, esophageal motility measurement, endoscopy...
After being diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease, the patient needs to conduct treatment. In order to be effective, in addition to applying the instructions given by the doctor, the patient also needs to have perseverance and high determination. If not determined to treat, gastroesophageal reflux esophagitis will never be cured.
Treatment for signs of esophagitis can be medication or surgery. Currently, there are many drugs for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. However. To ensure the safest and most effective, patients should go to the hospital to be examined by a doctor, thereby getting the most appropriate treatment regimen.