Patient Background: Carlos, a 50-year-old male, has been dia…
Patient Background: Carlos, a 50-year-old male, has been diagnosed with nonerosive GERD after experiencing persistent symptoms of heartburn, regurgitation, and occasional nausea for several months. An endoscopy showed no signs of erosion. He has just completed an 8-week trial of a scheduled proton pump inhibitor (PPI) regimen, and is now reporting significant significantly less, but still some occasional symptoms. Medical History: Non-smoker Light alcohol use No other significant health issues Carlos is concerned about the long-term use of medications and is interested in understanding his options for ongoing management. Question: Based on Carlos’s positive response to the PPI trial for his GERD, what is the next best step in managing his condition for the long term?