Managing Dyspepsia: What Are Your Treatment Options?
Published: Sep 23, 2023
Treating dyspepsia can involve lifestyle changes, medications, and sometimes more. Let's explore your options for relief.
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Lifestyle and Diet Changes
Lifestyle modifications can significantly help manage dyspepsia symptoms. These include eating smaller meals, avoiding trigger foods, and reducing stress. Staying away from NSAIDs and alcohol might also help.
Medications for Relief
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed to reduce stomach acid and relieve symptoms. If PPIs are ineffective, tricyclic antidepressants or prokinetics may be considered. These help by altering the way your stomach processes food.
What if Symptoms Persist?
For persistent symptoms, a thorough evaluation is necessary. This might involve adjusting medications or exploring alternative therapies. Sometimes, symptoms may persist even after all tests and treatments, leading to a diagnosis of functional dyspepsia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, they can significantly reduce symptoms.
Medications that reduce stomach acid.
Tricyclic antidepressants or prokinetics may be tried.
Symptoms can persist, leading to a diagnosis of functional dyspepsia.
Key Takeaways
Understanding treatment options can guide you to better manage dyspepsia.
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References
Talley NJ, Lauritsen K. Role of acid suppression in dyspepsia. Gut 2002; 50 Suppl 4:iv36.
Ford AC, Moayyedi P, Black CJ. Efficacy of drugs for functional dyspepsia. Aliment Pharmacol Ther 2021; 53:8.
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