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Case #1 -
A 40 year old man with reflux symptoms

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
7.) What is the medical management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

Medical management of reflux disease: proton pump inhibitors, dietary modification (avoid caffeine and reduce fat), cessation of smoking, life-style changes (small meals, meal early in evening, head of bed elevated, loose clothes), weight reduction  
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