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Although conservative efforts are helpful, 4 out of 5 patients need further medical therapy.  This may include some of the over-the-counter medications, or some of the stronger prescription medications.  If patients are still having symptoms, further workup is necessary.

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Your Options for Reflux Workup

Upper Endoscopy
The first test you may have is called esophagogastroduodenoscopy.  Or upper endoscopy for short.  This test is an outpatient procedure.  You come in, have the...
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pH Study
Another test that may be helpful is a pH study. A catheter is placed into the nose and rests in the esophagus to measure the level of acid in the esophagus. It is usually left in for 24 hours and the...
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Manometry
This test places a catheter through the nose and into the esophagus as well. The catheter measures pressure at certain points within the esophagus and upper ...
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