Barrett’s esophaguscan be treated with lifestyle modifications, medications, and surgery.
Lifestyle Modifications
Your daily habits can impact your symptoms when you have Barrett’s esophagus.
Certain foods and lifestyle factors can affect the disease itself.
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you gotta avoid these foods or even completely eliminate them from your diet.
Keep in mind that the foods that worsen your condition may also cause some discomfort.
There are plenty of foods that do not have a negative impact on your condition.
A number of medications can help alleviate your symptoms and may prevent your condition from worsening.
Medications used for the treatment of Barrett’s esophagus are often available as OTC formulations.
More potent versions are available by prescription.
Antacids
Antacids are useful in relieving heartburn and indigestion.
Some antacids include:
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
PPIs block acid production in the stomach.
Proton Pump Inhibitors include:
H2 Blockers
H2 blockers suppress acid production in the stomach.
Sometimes, the condition is considered pre-cancerous, and the altered esophageal tissue needs to be removed.
Endoscopy is the use of a tube that is placed into your mouth and directed down to your esophagus.
Types of Procedures Used
There are several ways of removing esophageal tissue in Barrett’s esophagus.
The key to treatment lies in lifestyle modification.
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