A 45-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of heartburn and regurgitation, worse after meals and when lying flat. There are no alarm features. ...

Question

A 45-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of heartburn and regurgitation, worse after meals and when lying flat. There are no alarm features. Which of the following lifestyle modifications is MOST likely to help his gastro-oesophageal reflux symptoms according to Australian guidance?

Accepted Answer

Weight loss if overweight and avoiding late-night meals

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Increase intake of spicy foods

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Lie flat immediately after meals

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Increase coffee and alcohol intake

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Cease all physical activity

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease lifestyle management

A 45-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of heartburn and regurgitation, worse after meals and when lying flat. There are no alarm features. Which of the following lifestyle modifications is MOST likely to help his gastro-oesophageal reflux symptoms according to Australian guidance?