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Treatment Options for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Goals of Treatment for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
The primary goals of treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are as follows:
- Relieve symptoms of the disease
- Heal esophagitis - inflammation of the esophagus caused by acid reflux
- Prevent complications of GERD
- Prevent relapse of disease once the patient is in remission
In general, the following treatment options are available for the management of patients with GERD:
- Lifestyle modifications
- Medical (drug) therapy
- Endoscopic antireflux therapy
- Gastroesophageal reflux surgery
