@gej53, Yes, I believe many on this forum have or had gut issues. I had terrible GERD and acid reflux and my local pulmonologist believes that's how I got bronchiectasis because I'm a stomach sleeper and when you sleep on your stomach the acid aspirates into your lungs at night. Hence, I sleep on a wedge now. I try not to eat at least three hours before I go to sleep (which is hard for me) and don't ever turn over onto my stomach until 5 or 6 am.....I love sleeping on my stomach so that part has been hard. Nan
Yep, me too. GERD, severe upper gut pain, food sensitivities, now have super strict diet, ZERO food or drink after 7 (which is difficult for me), adjustable bed and only sleep on my back. Though the adjustments were difficult, I will say that it has made enough of a difference that it is definitely worth it to me.
I am wondering if many people on this forum also have gut issues? I have lymphocytic colitis as well and have to watch my diet closely and it is terrible when I travel. Am afraid to eat or drink until the vacation is over.....wonder if this goes hand and hand with many people?
@gej53 I also have lymphocytic colitis and I have found diet (gluten free) and no alcohol and no soda help; along with lots of water....trips make it more difficult due to eating out.....my gut does not like the frequency of restaurant food, so I find myself packing food for short trips occasionally. And so it goes for us.....but we find our way and what works best....take care❤️
@gej53 I also have lymphocytic colitis and I have found diet (gluten free) and no alcohol and no soda help; along with lots of water....trips make it more difficult due to eating out.....my gut does not like the frequency of restaurant food, so I find myself packing food for short trips occasionally. And so it goes for us.....but we find our way and what works best....take care❤️
@gej53, Yes, I believe many on this forum have or had gut issues. I had terrible GERD and acid reflux and my local pulmonologist believes that's how I got bronchiectasis because I'm a stomach sleeper and when you sleep on your stomach the acid aspirates into your lungs at night. Hence, I sleep on a wedge now. I try not to eat at least three hours before I go to sleep (which is hard for me) and don't ever turn over onto my stomach until 5 or 6 am.....I love sleeping on my stomach so that part has been hard. Nan
Any hints on how to get comfortable sleeping on the wedge? I have neck issues and find I’m extremely restless until the point in the middle of the night when I give up and revert to my regular pillows. I don’t have huge issues with GERD since I started using Omerapazole but never know if it’s a silent issue that just doesn’t wake me.
Any hints on how to get comfortable sleeping on the wedge? I have neck issues and find I’m extremely restless until the point in the middle of the night when I give up and revert to my regular pillows. I don’t have huge issues with GERD since I started using Omerapazole but never know if it’s a silent issue that just doesn’t wake me.
Hi Terri, for some reason I’m having a mental block on envisioning your suggestion. Do you mean lie on my side on the wedge while holding onto the pillow?
Any hints on how to get comfortable sleeping on the wedge? I have neck issues and find I’m extremely restless until the point in the middle of the night when I give up and revert to my regular pillows. I don’t have huge issues with GERD since I started using Omerapazole but never know if it’s a silent issue that just doesn’t wake me.
@mrf5629@ginak When I started sleeping on the wedge I hated it but now a couple of years later I do sleep best on it on my left side hugging a pillow! Just like @windwalker (Terri) said! I also start the night sleeping on two pillows so I have a pretty high angle. I would love to get that whole bed wedge like Gina but I would have to convince my husband! Maybe I should just buy it, put it on the bed and see if he even notices. And Gina thanks for that link! Nan
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Yep, me too. GERD, severe upper gut pain, food sensitivities, now have super strict diet, ZERO food or drink after 7 (which is difficult for me), adjustable bed and only sleep on my back. Though the adjustments were difficult, I will say that it has made enough of a difference that it is definitely worth it to me.
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2 Reactions@gej53 I also have lymphocytic colitis and I have found diet (gluten free) and no alcohol and no soda help; along with lots of water....trips make it more difficult due to eating out.....my gut does not like the frequency of restaurant food, so I find myself packing food for short trips occasionally. And so it goes for us.....but we find our way and what works best....take care❤️
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4 ReactionsThanks for the reply! Between the lungs and gut it does get tiring but I am thankful that it can all be handled....you take care too 🙂
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2 ReactionsAny hints on how to get comfortable sleeping on the wedge? I have neck issues and find I’m extremely restless until the point in the middle of the night when I give up and revert to my regular pillows. I don’t have huge issues with GERD since I started using Omerapazole but never know if it’s a silent issue that just doesn’t wake me.
@mrf5629 My husband uses a wedge with a “My Pillow” on top. That has been helpful for him for a long time. irene5
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1 ReactionThanks! I’ll give it a try!
Hi Beth. How about sleeping on the wedge while hugging onto your pillow sideways?
Hi Terri, for some reason I’m having a mental block on envisioning your suggestion. Do you mean lie on my side on the wedge while holding onto the pillow?
@mrf5629 I switched from a half wedge to a whole bed wedge. I was getting a pain in my hip when I laid on my side. Having the whole bed wedge makes it feel like I’m sleeping on a regular mattress. I also have a My Pillow. I am SO MUCH more comfortable. My husband complains that he slides down, I said “Boo hoo, too bad for you! I’m finally sleeping more comfortably.” Lol.
Here is a link for one type. https://www.refluxguard.com/order-now?ap_id=GGLShopping&c_id=RGMWFOAM-65460_t__g_gclid-EAIaIQobChMI2dL15Zvz6wIVGqSzCh3wLwMwEAQYASABEgIPNvD_BwE&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2dL15Zvz6wIVGqSzCh3wLwMwEAQYASABEgIPNvD_BwE
@mrf5629 @ginak When I started sleeping on the wedge I hated it but now a couple of years later I do sleep best on it on my left side hugging a pillow! Just like @windwalker (Terri) said! I also start the night sleeping on two pillows so I have a pretty high angle. I would love to get that whole bed wedge like Gina but I would have to convince my husband! Maybe I should just buy it, put it on the bed and see if he even notices. And Gina thanks for that link! Nan
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