I know it’s terrible to live with Gerd, but those proton pump inhibitors are truly deadly. They keep your body from absorbing B12, they reduce stomach acid so your stomach can’t fight harmful bacteria and they definitely erode bone mass. And also, it’s very common for someone to have what they call acid reflux rebound after they stop them. I don’t know what your problem is because I’m not a doctor, but I do know that as we age, we produce less stomach acid and I’ve heard of people completely eliminating their Gerd by either taking hydrochloric acid supplements. (read the directions very carefully – look online) or drinking a teaspoon to a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in water before they eat. Again, I’m not a doctor and I don’t know exactly what your issue is, but I do know from experience that those pills can be deadly. They don’t cure anything; they simply mask the symptoms. So I’m not surprised that your Gerd came back. Unfortunately, doctors aren’t great anymore at finding out the cause of the problem. I’ve been referred to a clinics that specializes in gastrointestinal issues by a person I know who had extremely good luck there with no other doctor could find out what was wrong with her, so, even though I’m nervous about traditional medicine, I’m going to go and see if they can figure anything out. Maybe you can get a referral from someone you know? Sounds like they’re not getting to the bottom of it. Again, I don’t know your situation, and I’m not trying to butt in, but Nexium and Prilosec killed my mom, and I think they should be taken off the market. I hate to hear of anyone taking them. Again, I know acid reflux is miserable, but it can sometimes go away. I began to blend all my food, and after a couple of months, my acid reflux actually did. I’m still suffering from terrible IBS, but at least it’s mostly staying down lower where it used to. I wish you good luck! It’s so miserable to have a stomachache. I’m always tired because I can’t eat enough. But I’m getting better slowly. Take care!