Thread: GERD- acid reflux?

Hi,

I totally feel for you. I have had severe GERD for about 6 years now. I have been on heavy duty meds for it because nothing over the counter would work for me. I have been on Aciphex and Protonix. They are the strongest. However, recently, I have found that Prilosec OTC works for me. I also have a hiatial hernia which adds to the reflux. Without my medicine, I get severe pain in my chest, burning in my stomach all the way up my throat, nausea, vomiting...and even spells of being gagged in the middle of the night by it. I would look into adding a medicine in addition to diet. I find that I can still indulge as long as I am following my medicine regimen. Tomato sauce and coffee are big no-no's for me!

Hi my name is Jill,
I know what you are going through I have the same thing you have. Ever since I find out what you have I have not had a soda in over 3 years now it really help me by staying away from drinking soda. I'm taking medicine called Nexium it really help with my acid reflex. At first they though it was my gallbladder I had a endoscopy done to find out it was not my gallbladder. But found out I also have a hiatus hernia and acid reflex. did they ever check you for that. I'm also having problem with my period I get really bad cramps during my period. So next month I'm having a laparoscopy to find out what going on with my stomach. Are you having any problem with your periods if so you get checked out by your OBGYN. Thanks Jill

My hubby has AWFUL heartburn--and nothing worked for him. Everything gave him heartburn, even water! His throat badly damaged. He went and got a Rx for Protonix, and it really helps. It even helps repair damage. It is pricey, about $150/30 pills, but you can find a generic brand also.