Can grade A reflux esophagitis be completely cured? (2024)

Question
Hello doctor,
I have acute reflux esophagitis A - gastritis with bile reflux. Doctor, can I ask if grade A reflux esophagitis can be completely cured? Is there a high risk of recurrence? Thank you.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Specialist Doctor I Le Nguyen Hong Tram - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Can grade A reflux esophagitis be completely cured? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Gastroesophageal reflux is a condition in which gastric juice and bile reflux from the stomach to the esophagus. If reflux occurs more than twice a week, it is called gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease grade A is a new-onset stage, the esophageal mucosa shows signs of damage, but the degree of ulceration and inflammation is still mild. On endoscopy, the image shows an erosion in the lining of the esophagus less than 5mm in length. Gastroesophageal reflux disease - grade A should not be too worried because the inflammation is only mild at this time, if detected in time, the treatment can be completely cured. However, in case the patient is subjective and not serious in the treatment process, the disease will progress very quickly. When the disease manifests itself at a severe level, the treatment will face many difficulties, causing dangerous complications to arise: esophageal ulcers, Barrett's esophagus, esophageal cancer...
At level A, the Complete medical treatment can respond well if the patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease adheres to treatment.
Should regularly visit periodically to accurately determine the stage of the disease and have a timely treatment plan; Do not use the drug without a doctor's prescription because the side effects of the drug may adversely affect the stomach - esophagus; Keep your mind relaxed, happy and optimistic every day, eliminate stress; Change your diet by using foods that are good for your stomach's health such as yogurt, green vegetables, fruits, cereals, white meat, etc. At the same time, it is necessary to limit the consumption of foods. such as fast food, hot spicy food, sour food, spicy or greasy food,...; Eliminate bad habits in daily life such as: Eating too fast, not chewing well, eating too full, eating while lying down, sedentary,...; Maintain a stable weight, not to be overweight or obese. Live in moderation, don't stay up late, get enough sleep and spend a reasonable amount of time resting; Increase exercise with moderate sports such as yoga, walking, cycling, swimming,...; Change your sleeping position to reduce symptoms of the disease. If you still have questions about grade A reflux esophagitis, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!