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New Diagnosis of MAC/MAI & I'm scared

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Oct 13, 2022 | Replies (349)

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@windwalker That is great that you were able to control your acid reflux. I am curious at to what lifestyle changes you made for it to go away? I have been on omeprazole for years and would like to get off of it. I imagine I will have to give up my wine and chocolate for a start.

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@induh66 If you can take a break from the wine, even briefly will help. That will give the inflammation in your esophagus a chance to go down. Alcohol added to acid reflux is like throwing gasoline on a fire. There is a search box at the top of this page, you can type in 'acid reflux' or GERD and info should come up. The Mayo sight has info about modifying your lifestyle also. Main thing is; do not eat or drink anything except a little water 3 hours before bedtime. Elevating your bed 6" at the head of the mattress. Avoid acid forming foods, the site has a list of foods to avoid. My reflux was so bad that it was corroding my esophagus and I was on my way to having Barrett's Syndrome, which can lead to esophageal cancer. Be sure to look into acid reflux prevention; you will feel so much better!