What to do for persistent acidity and burning in throat after H. pylori treatment? - #55930

Your symptoms suggest Amlapitta with aggravated Pitta & weak Agni after H. pylori infection. Even after antibiotics, gastric lining irritation can continue for some time. ----rx 1) Avipattikar Churna 1 tsp with lukewarm water at bedtime 2) Kamdudha Ras (Moti Yukta) 1 tab twice daily after food 3) Yashtimadhu Churna ½ tsp with honey or ghee twice daily 4) Sutshekhar Ras 1 tab twice daily after meals for burning & reflux ----Diet & Lifestyle -Avoid tea, coffee, spicy food, sour food, fried items, pickles, vinegar, bakery items -Take soft, cooling diet: rice, moong khichdi, coconut water, saunf water -Do not keep stomach empty for long -Eat early dinner and avoid lying down immediately after meals -Reduce stress, sleep on time ----Helpful Remedies Cold milk with small amount of ghee can help burning Chew saunf after meals

Core Ayurvedic Management Strategy ​1. Classical Herbo-Mineral Formulations (Pitta Shamana & Ropana) ••​Kamadhudha Rasa (with Mukta): This is an exceptional classical formulation for severe burning sensations. It acts as a natural antacid and heals the inflamed gastric mucosa. ••​Dosage: 125–250 mg twice a day, taken on an empty stomach with milk or water. ••​Sutashekhar Ras: Highly effective when acidity is accompanied by upward movement (reflux/throat burning). It regulates Pitta and improves digestive fire (Agni) without increasing heat. •​Dosage: 1 tablet (125–250 mg) twice a day after meals with honey or warm water. ••​Avipattikar Churna: A premier classical formulation for Amlapitta. It acts as a mild laxative, clearing the accumulated Pitta from the gut via the lower route (Anulomana), which directly relieves chest and throat burning. ••​Dosage: 3–5 grams at bedtime with warm water. ••​Yashtimadhu Churna (Licorice): Licorice is a potent Ropana (healing) herb. It mimics a demulcent, coating the esophagus and stomach lining with a protective layer to shield it from residual acid. ••​Dosage: 2 grams mixed with a teaspoon of cow’s ghee, twice a day before meals. ​2. Immediate Dietary Interventions (Ahar) ​••The Ghee Protocol: Pure cow’s ghee (Gau Ghrita) is one of the best Pitta-pacifying substances. Consuming 1 teaspoon of warm cow’s ghee on an empty stomach in the morning can help lubricate and heal the scarred gastric mucosa left behind by the antibiotic course. ••​Cooling Infusions: Drink coriander seed water throughout the day. Soak 1 tablespoon of crushed coriander seeds in a cup of water overnight, strain, and drink it the next morning. ••​Strict Restrictions: Completely eliminate the Pitta-vardhak triggers for the next 4–6 weeks: •​Fermented foods (idli, dosa, curd). •​Excessive citrus, tomatoes, garlic, onions, and raw ginger. •​Red chili, black pepper, and deep-fried items. •​Tea, coffee, and carbonated beverages. ​3. Lifestyle Modifiers (Vihar) ••​Left Lateral Decubitus Sleeping: Sleep on your left side. This anatomically keeps the junction between your stomach and esophagus above the level of gastric acid, reducing nocturnal throat and chest burning. ​Shitali Pranayama: Practice 10–15 rounds of Shitali or Sitkari Pranayama daily to provide an immediate cooling effect to the upper gastrointestinal tract and calm the nervous system, as stress directly exacerbates acid secretion.