At Genesis Surgery Center, Yasser Salem, MD, is dedicated to providing effective solutions for acid reflux sufferers. With years of expertise in the medical field, Dr. Salem specializes in offering personalized care to address your specific needs. The practice has offices conveniently located in Santa Ana and Foothill Ranch, California, call the office nearest you for any additional questions.
You experience acid reflux when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the muscle at the bottom of the esophagus, relaxes improperly, allowing stomach acid to spread into the esophagus.
This can lead to troublesome symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, and a sour taste in the mouth. Some people also experience chest pain and asthma-related symptoms.
Initially, Genesis Surgery Center may address your acid reflux with lifestyle modifications, such as:
If these changes don’t fully alleviate your symptoms, you might benefit from over-the-counter medications like antacids and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which reduce acid production and provide relief.
You may require prescription medications to control symptoms effectively in more severe cases. If conservative measures don’t meet your needs, your condition may warrant surgical intervention.
Acid reflux surgery aims to reinforce the LES or create a barrier to prevent stomach acid from refluxing into the esophagus. Genesis Surgery Center can achieve this through minimally invasive procedures such as laparoscopic fundoplication or LINX® device placement.
Surgical treatment offers several advantages, including long-term symptom control, reduced reliance on medication, and improved quality of life. Additionally, minimally invasive techniques result in fewer complications and shorter recovery times than traditional open surgery.
Candidates for acid reflux surgery typically experience chronic symptoms despite optimal medical therapy, have complications such as Barrett's esophagus or esophageal strictures, or wish to avoid long-term medication use.
However, Genesis Surgery Center determines candidacy on an individual basis after a thorough evaluation.
Following acid reflux surgery, patients can expect personalized postoperative care to ensure a smooth recovery. The Genesis Surgery Center team will provide detailed instructions on diet, activity restrictions, and medication management to optimize outcomes and minimize discomfort.
If you're struggling with persistent acid reflux symptoms, don't wait any longer to seek relief. Schedule a consultation at Genesis Surgery Center by calling or booking online today to explore your treatment options. You can take the first step towards a life free from acid reflux.