- female
- 35 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been having upper abdominal pain, trouble breathing and swallowing, and a sore throat for a while. Two years ago, I had a laparoscopy for appendicitis. Recently saw a gastroenterologist who mentioned lax cardia grade A reflux esophagitis but didn't explain much. What does this condition mean and how can I manage it?
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It means your stomach acid is flowing back up; treat with lifestyle changes, PPIs, and avoiding late meals.
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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 14/08/2025
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