What should I do if I take medicine to treat gastritis, grade B reflux esophagitis?

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Hello doctor! I had an endoscopy examination from October 2019 and was diagnosed with gastritis, grade B reflux esophagitis. Currently, I take medicine but there is no sign of disease deterioration. What do I need to do now? Please consult your doctor!
Pham Thuy Duong (2001)
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Hello, thank you for sending your question to Vinmec Health System, with your question, I would like to answer as follows: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) GERD) also known as acid reflux, is a condition in which the digestive juices of the stomach back up into the esophagus, causing inflammation and damage to the esophageal wall. Reflux usually contains acid and pepsin (the enzyme that digests proteins in the stomach) secreted by the stomach.
You have had an endoscopy and was diagnosed with gastritis and grade B reflux esophagitis, you have taken medicine but it doesn't help, you need to go back to a gastroenterologist for doctors to re-evaluate your condition. and adjust medications accordingly.
In addition, you need to pay attention to your diet and activities such as: avoid overeating, avoid greasy foods, chocolate, caffeine, hot and sour foods, avoid eating within 3 hours before going. Sleep so that the stomach can fully digest and reduce acid secretion, sleep with an elevated head position to help prevent reflux, avoid stress, stress, overwork, avoid stooping or bending over when full, should have a good posture. correct posture (standing up straight, sitting upright)... Maintain a reasonable weight, reduce excess weight.
Wish you all the best!
Master, Doctor Ta Que Phuong - Gastroenterologist - Endoscopy - Department of General Internal Medicine - Vinmec Times City International Hospital.