Question

A 58-year-old man presents with chronic cough and heartburn. Endoscopy shows erosive oesophagitis. According to standard GERD management, what is the most appropriate initial therapy?

Accepted Answer

Proton pump inhibitor once daily for 8 weeks

Answer

H2-receptor antagonist as needed only

Answer

Prokinetic agent alone

Answer

Long-term steroids

Answer

No treatment required

Practice question

A 58-year-old man presents with chronic cough and heartburn. Endoscopy shows erosive oesophagitis. According to standard GERD management, what is the most appropriate initial therapy?