I've been dealing with GERD for the past 2 years and it's really frustrating. Is there any way to cure it permanently without having to go through surgery? I'd love to know what options are out there.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

MBBS
6+ Yrs

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Yes, Sx is better option but still for final please consult surgeon for full P/E.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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I'm having some issues with my stomach that have been bothering me for about a year now. Lately, I've noticed that I'm having trouble when it comes to going to the washroom. It's been happening every morning and then again in the afternoon. It's really inconvenient and causing me a lot of discomfort. Could there be an underlying issue here, and what can I do to address this?

It sounds like you're dealing with persistent digestive issues, and it's understandably causing you a lot of discomfort, especially with the frequent trips to the washroom. It might be helpful to consult a doctor to get a clearer diagnosis and explore treatment options to ease your symptoms.

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I've been having this strange craving to eat slate pencils and I'm not sure if it's harmful or not. I'm really curious if there's something safe I can have instead to stop these cravings. Can you suggest anything?

known as pica it is very harmful to the body and damages liver

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I've been experiencing this sharp, needle-like pain on the right side of my stomach, and it's kind of weird. It comes and goes, sometimes just for a few seconds but can last up to three minutes. Do you have any idea why this might be happening?

Yes there is cure for that visit Psychiatrist for appropriate management

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