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PPI’s lower stomach acid production and Gerd can be caused by low stomach acid levels. Hence why taking PPI’s increases unwanted side effects. I would suggest these things if you are experiencing GERD symptoms. Excercise to help lower stomach circumference if slightly over weight. No tight waiste belts. To test for low stomach acid levels, take one tablespoon of baking soda in a glass of water. If you burp within 5 minutes your stomach Ph is normal. If you do not burp then you have low stomach acid levels and should stop taking PPI’s immediately, as those will make matters worse. I know because I’ve taken them before myself and nearly passed out from them. If symptoms are intermittent in nature get your Dr to check for H-Pylori , as this can cause these symptoms and can cause Cancer in the long term. Please check with your Dr first before taking any medications or supplements etc. Hope this helps someone. ~ Trained Paramedic

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Sep 5 4:45pm

Welcome, @anonymous999. You're quite right that members should always check with their doctor about their medical concerns. As per the community guidelines on Mayo Clinic Connect (https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/tab/community-guidelines/), members do not give out medical advice. See guideline number 1 here:

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As a trained paramedic, I'm sure you appreciate these community parameters.

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