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Stop Chronic Heartburn & Reflux

GERD clinics with pH impedance, diet coaching, and minimally invasive options

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88%
Symptom Control
Patients report improved GERD-HRQL scores by Week 6
48 hrs
pH Study Reporting
Ambulatory pH impedance results shared in 2 days
70%
PPI Deprescription
Eligible patients taper PPIs within 3 months

When to Consult

  • Frequent heartburn or chest burning after meals
  • Food or sour liquid regurgitation, especially at night
  • Chronic cough, hoarseness, or throat-clearing
  • Difficulty swallowing or sensation of lump in throat
  • Asthma worsening at night or after meals
  • Reflux symptoms despite over-the-counter medication

Understanding Acid Reflux in the Indian Context

GERD affects nearly 25% of urban Indians, driven by spicy foods, late dinners, and stress. Hyderabad’s IT workforce often eats late-night meals and works odd hours, worsening reflux.

Ajuda Hospitals provides structured reflux clinics with diet, diagnostics, and surgical options so patients reclaim sleep and productivity.

When to Consult Our GERD Specialists

⚠️ Seek urgent care if you notice:

  • ✓ Chest pain with breathlessness or jaw pain
  • ✓ Vomiting blood or black stools
  • ✓ Difficulty swallowing solids or liquids
  • ✓ Unintentional weight loss with persistent reflux

For chronic heartburn or LPR symptoms, schedule a GERD clinic visit to prevent complications and tailor lifestyle resets.

Our Diagnostic Approach

Symptom Mapping

Detailed history distinguishes GERD from cardiac or ENT causes.

Endoscopic Evaluation

We inspect for erosions, Barrett's, or structural issues and take biopsies when needed.

pH & Manometry Testing

Ambulatory impedance studies quantify acid exposure; manometry studies LES function.

Multidisciplinary Planning

Dietitians, ENT, pulmonology, and bariatrics join to craft holistic plans.

Treatment Pathways

Medication, diet, and sleep hygiene form the foundation. pH-guided adjustments, endoscopic therapies, or lap fundoplication offer durable relief for refractory GERD. Tele follow-ups sustain progress.

What to Expect: Your Care Journey

Week 0 evaluation → Week 2 symptom relief → Week 6 lifestyle ingrained → Month 3 taper/procedure decision → Yearly reviews for Barrett's surveillance if required.

Technology & Innovation

Wearable pH monitors sync with a smart diary to correlate triggers with reflux episodes. Tele consults review data without extra hospital visits.

Preventing Complications

Early control avoids Barrett's oesophagus, dental erosion, chronic cough, and sleep disruption. We emphasise function goals like restful sleep and public speaking confidence.

Why Ajuda for GERD Care?

🧪 Advanced Diagnostics

pH impedance, manometry, and endoscopy under one roof.

🥗 Lifestyle Coaching

Meal plans suited to biryani nights, Ramzan fasting, and shift work.

🩺 Surgical Options

TIF and lap fundoplication with ERAS recovery.

Take the First Step

Call 9010550550 or request an appointment online to join Ajuda’s GERD management program—sleep better, eat smarter, and live reflux-free.

Diagnosis Approach

1

Symptom & Risk Assessment

Document triggers, meal timing, BMI, pregnancy status, and medication use.

2

Upper GI Endoscopy

Evaluate for erosive esophagitis, Barrett's, or hiatus hernia.

3

pH Impedance & Manometry

Quantify acid/non-acid reflux, LES pressure, and motility issues.

4

Multidisciplinary Review

Gastro, ENT, pulmonology, and dietetics align therapy for extra-esophageal symptoms.

Treatment Options

Stepwise Medication Protocol

PPIs, H2 blockers, alginates, or potassium-competitive acid blockers.

Controls symptoms in 70-80% by Week 4
6-12 weeks with taper plan

Lifestyle & Diet Program

Meal spacing, low-acid menus, weight management, and sleep posture coaching.

Reduces nocturnal reflux episodes by 60%
8-week guided plan

pH-Guided Therapy

Custom medication/anti-reflux procedure decisions based on impedance scores.

Improves precision and long-term control
Diagnostic-driven

Endoscopic Therapies

Stretta, transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) for selected patients.

70% remain off PPIs at 12 months
Day-care procedure

Laparoscopic Fundoplication

Surgery for large hernias or refractory GERD.

>90% symptom relief in well-selected cases
2-3 day hospital stay

Tele-Reflux Monitoring

Wearable trackers, WhatsApp reminders, and remote consults for continuity.

Cuts relapse-driven ER visits by 25%
3-6 months follow-up

Expected Outcomes

Treatment Timeline

Week 2

Heartburn frequency reduces with medication start

Week 6

Diet and sleep hygiene ingrained

Month 3

pH-guided taper or procedure planning

Year 1

Symptom-free lifestyle with annual check-in

Success Metrics

  • GERD-HRQL score improvement ≥50%
  • LES function normalised or compensated
  • No nighttime awakenings due to reflux