Help with GERD

Posted by gcranor @gcranor, Nov 4, 2022

What helps relieve the consent acid in the stomach? I found EMI product while helping in Thailand and was told my my US doctor that it stops all the pump from working; well it has been the only relief for me. Now what can I try on top of the basic anti acids and purple pill?

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ellentb | @ellentb | Nov 4, 2022

I've been told I have GERD. But I don't have any symptoms of burning or indigestive problems. None of the meds I've been prescribed work. My largest symptom is drainage. Sinuses are clear but do have some problems to seasonal allergies. Does anyone have these problems. My doctor says live with it.

jackielb | @jackielb | Nov 5, 2022

It's known as silent GERD. I would stay away from coffee, acidic foods and tomato based products. Chocolate and mint also affect GERD. Take prescribed med to prevent permanent damage or be very strict with your diet.

dandl48 Dave | @dandl48 | Nov 5, 2022

In reply to @ellentb "I've been told I have GERD. But I don't have any symptoms of burning or indigestive..." + (show)

The 2 people I knew that died from Esophageal cancer both had "Silent" GERD. Make sure to get it checked with a scoping at regular intervals since GERD can change to Barrett's and cancer quickly.

t98 | @t98 | Nov 5, 2022

Avoid coffee. caffeinated tea, chocolate, also avoid alcohol and spicy food. Chew your food very well, don't eat a few hours before bedtime... I don't know what the EMI is, try what the US doctor suggests.

riflemanz64 | @riflemanz64 | Nov 5, 2022

No soda, booze, don’t eat 3 hrs before bedtime. Raise your head board on your bed 6”. No fried fatty foods. I get scoped next year for my Barretts. I also have silent gerd.

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