- female
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been dealing with lax esophagitis and pangastritis for 10 years and have been on PPIs the whole time. The side effects from the meds are getting to me should I consider surgery or stick with the PPIs?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Long-term PPI use for esophagitis may cause side effects. Anti-reflux surgery (like fundoplication) is considered when lifestyle and medicines fail.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 14/08/2025
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