1. Foods to eat:

    • Eating foods with low fats
    • Protein rich foods like eggs and milk

    Foods to avoid:

    • Avoid foods that cause increase reflux such as alcohol, caffeine, chocolate
    • Avoid spicy foods
    • Avoid acidic foods such as citrus fruits

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    Treatment

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    Treatment is based on the cause of the esophagitis and treatment options include medication, surgery and lifestyle changes.

    Medication

    Antifungals: Drugs used to treat fungal infections.

    Fluconazole . Nystatin

    Proton pump inhibitors: Reduces the effect of acid released in the stomach.

    Esomeprazole

    Antacids: To remove acid from the stomach.

    Milk of magnesia

    Steroids: To reduce inflammation.

    Fluticasone

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    Therapy

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    Relaxation therapy:Progressive muscle relaxation to prevent regurgitation.

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    Selfcare

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    Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

    • Avoid foods that cause allergic reactions
    • Avoid foods that causes regurgitation such as alcohol, caffeine and chocolate
    • Take pills with plenty of water
    • Lose weight
    • Quit smoking
    • Avoid lying down immediately after eating
    • Avoid certain medication that can lead to esophagitis like antibiotics

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    Specialist

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    Gastroenterologist : Specializes in the digestive system and its disorders.

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