Suggest Treatment For Erosion Of The Stomach

Posted on Wed, 22 Feb 2017

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Wed, 22 Feb 2017 Answered on

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Question : I had an endocopy and they found stomach erosion
what does that mean and should I be concerned?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (29 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No need to

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Stomach erosion means disruption in the inner lining of the stomach.
Pain killer medications is the most common cause for this erosion.
Kindly avoid these medications.

Take Prilosec OTC for relief.

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (19 minutes later)

is this something I should worry about? will it heal over time?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (2 days later)

Brief Answer:
No need to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
There is no need to worry about it.
It will heal, just take Prilosec OTC once daily before breakfast for 4 weeks.

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee