Frequent Heartburn: An Evidence-Based Approach to Cost-Effective Management

Frequent Heartburn Objectives

1. Differentiate symptoms of frequent heartburn (FHB) from episodic heartburn.

2. Counsel patients appropriately on lifestyle changes and determine pharmacotherapeutic interventions for FHB.

3. Evaluate the cost-effectiveness of intermittent therapy for FHB.

4. Identify patients who need further evaluation of heartburn symptoms.

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