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Duodenitis medical therapy
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Medical Therapy
Medical Therapy
Treatment for duodenitis usually involves medications and possibly surgery.
Pharmacotherapy
- Antacid drugs, such as H2 receptor blockers (ranitidine or cimetidine) or proton pump inhibitors (PPI), may be beneficial to protect the lining of the duodenum.
- Treatment H. pylori or giardia infections: These infections can be treated by using appropriate antibiotic therapy.
References
References
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