GERD and colitis. Had a great 6 weeks and now nausea. Ideas?

@mikejjb123 I do not have GERD per NJH testing in Oct. of 2023. However, I do sleep on the wedge pillow on my left side as suggested for us in general and for those with Acid Reflux. I also follow, in the big picture, the GERD/Acid Relux suggested diet. Do this just to be on the safe side.
I do know that the medications for GERD/Acid Reflux are best not to take long term. Overall they are prescribed, suppose to be, for those showing areas that are needing to be healed from having been irritated by the acid. Once the areas have been healed, it is my understanding one comes off of the medications for GERD/Acid Reflux. If you are thinking of taking the medications, if you haven't already, research various aspects regarding the med's on the internet....to see what you can find and double check my understanding.
So sorry things changed for you.....wishing for you to find and be given the answers you need.
Barbara

@mikejjb123 - happy new year. I have issues with GERD and occasional nausea but not colitis or auto immune other than thyroid issues so will address that portion of your question. I became more concerned about GERD with my lung issues so my ID Dr recommended a swallow test (coordinated by my gastroenterologist). They didnt find any aspiration but did recommend an upper GI so I will be doing that soon. I take Rx strength Pepsid but I don’t feel like it helps much. I have some concerns about switching to a PPi but it might be an option. Interestingly enough the speech pathologist did mention Reflux gourmet which I know others on this site have had good success with. I’m sure you know all the protocol about habits to help with GERD relief. I have the wedge pillow but keep sliding down so just got a small under knee pillow which helps. For nausea I keep Trader Joe’s ginger chews on hand and also have sea bands for acupressure and a relief band which is like a tens unit watch. Good luck with everything. Hope you can get some relief soon.

It was quite a revelation to learn that my chronic nausea was a more severe form of reflux. A PPI helped tremendously for about 18 months. Then I discovered that long-term use leads to thinning bones, neuropathy, and dementia. SO I am now tapering off. I am getting a little GERD, which is tolerable, but not that horrible nausea. I also have inflammatory arthritis and so try to eat mainly anti inflammatory foods. I just wanted to share this to add to your information pool. Kindest regards.

Hey Mike, talk to your Dr about Ondansatron for your nausea.

Jody