I've been taking rabeprazole and domperidone for a year now because of my hiatal hernia, but I'm only 22. Is surgery a better option or will I have to stay on these meds forever? How long is it safe to keep taking them?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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You‚Äôre young, and long-term PPI use can affect bone health, B12, and magnesium levels. If symptoms persist despite meds, consider surgery.

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My husband accidentally swallowed a date seed, and he feels like it's still stuck in his throat. Is this something we should be worried about? What should we do?

that can't be dangerous, if severe pain then consult ent

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I've been dealing with a fatty liver, and just a couple of months ago, my SGPT levels were at 96. Now, thanks to medication, they've dropped to 63. But now I'm concerned because my direct bilirubin has gone up to 0.6, whereas it was normal before. Should I be worried about this change in bilirubin, and does it mean anything serious about my liver condition or overall health?

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i have a hiatus hernia and i'm scheduled for laparoscopic nissen fundoplication surgery will this procedure stop me from developing barrett's esophagus or is there still a risk after the surgery? i'm really concerned about this

needs P/E for better advice.

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