Suggest Treatment For Acid Reflux, Constant Burps And Weakness

Posted on Thu, 28 Jul 2016

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Question : I started with hiccups Saturday afternoon. I thought it was side effects from blood pressure medicine. I am constantly burping and feel weak. I went to emergency and they're treating me for acid reflux but with no results. When I'm burping it's almost like losing my breath. Maybe you have a suggestion. Thank you

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Too early for best results

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concern.

In most of cases, hiccups are caused by irritation from hyperacidity of stomach liquid during acid reflux.

If you have just started meds for high blood pressure, then, I believe they would have precipitated acid reflux which is clinically shown with hiccups.

Once hyperacidity is improved, hiccups will stop too.

If you started Prevacid and antacids since last Saturday, then, it will need at least 3 weeks to get the desired effect.

I believe the frequency and intensity of hiccups episodes is being diminished although still present.

If it will persist, then other neurological problems should get further checked.

Hope it was of help.
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (9 minutes later)

Thank you for your help,It helps me in understanding what is going on,Your information is helpful. Thanks again..
XXXXXXX J XXXXXXX .

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You're welcome

Detailed Answer:
Hi back XXXXXXX

Happy to assist you.

If no more questions this time, do not forget to close this discussion.

Wish fast recovery.
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar