Treatment depends on the cause of your symptoms. Medications may include:
- antiviral medications
- antifungal medications
- antacids
- pain relievers
- oral steroids
- proton pump inhibitors (these medications block stomach acid production)
If food allergies cause your condition, you must identify trigger foods and eliminate them from your diet. The top 6 food allergens include:
- milk
- soy
- eggs
- wheat
- peanuts
- tree nuts
- shellfish
You can also ease your symptoms by avoiding spicy foods, acidic foods and drinks, and raw or hard foods. Take smaller bites and chew your food well. And ask your doctor for dietary guidelines. You should avoid tobacco and alcohol.
A procedure to dilate the esophagus may be necessary if the esophagus becomes too narrow and causes food to lodge.
If your symptoms are due to medication, you may need to drink more water, take a liquid version of the medication, or try a different medication. And you may need to refrain from lying down for 30 minutes after taking medication in pill form.
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