Treatment
Your doctor will suggest a plan based on the severity of your symptoms. Treatment options may include the following:
Dietary and Lifestyle Changes
Your doctor may advise you to:
- Reduce your intake of fatty and spicy foods.
- Reduce your intake of alcohol, caffeine, and/or soda pop.
- Stop smoking.
- Avoid nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Find ways to manage your stress. If stress appears to be related to your symptoms.
Medications
Medications may include:
- Antacids (eg, Rolaids , Maalox , or Mylanta)—to help neutralize stomach acid
- Acid suppression agents (eg Zantac , Pepcid , or Prilosec )
- Prokinetic agents—to help the stomach empty its contents more quickly
- Antidepressants—to treat the pain associated with dyspepsia
- Antibiotics—if tests confirm the presence of Helicobacter pylori ; this treatment appears to benefit only a minority of patients
If the discomfort persists, your doctor may order tests to determine if the symptoms are related to a more serious condition, such as:
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
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