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Posted 2/14/2013 4:38 AM (GMT 0)
I am currently seeing a new doctor for my GERD and trying to push for the option of surgery. In the mean time, since I know that wont happen any time soon, what are some helpful suggestions on heartburn relief? I am on max dose PPIs and trying different medications has not helped.

Even though I have not gotten much help from the ones I have tried, I am open to suggestions on home remedies. What works for you?

Other tricks I am tried include elevating my bed, constantly having water to drink, and limiting the sizes of my meals. I have read just about all the basic tips you can find on any reflux website but I still wanted to ask if there were any specific home remedies worth trying.
Posted 2/14/2013 5:20 AM (GMT 0)
I've tried chewing gum when my throat and chest get soar. The saliva that's created helps neutralize the acid and flush contents down your throw. Also, after about a week of chewing gum constantly, you'll be like jaws from James bond. Capable of biting through steel with ease haha.
Posted 2/14/2013 5:23 AM (GMT 0)
If you do try chewing gum avoid the mint, citrus, strawberry, mango, orange kinds. They make my chest hurt, so I usually go with the kiddie kinds of gum like double bubble.
Posted 2/14/2013 5:24 PM (GMT 0)
Try a low fat diet, nothing fried at all. No coffee, no soda. lots of water. I also chew gum but can not chew the double bubble I have to have mint. I am a little backwards. Some people have luck with gaviscon or maalox before bed.
I am preparing for surgery and my reflux is the worst it has ever been. I am just trying to make it until I can get it done. So I know how you feel, Good luck hope this helps.

**Gerd since 2006**
Posted 2/14/2013 6:31 PM (GMT 0)

TheSixness said...
If you do try chewing gum avoid the mint, citrus, strawberry, mango, orange kinds. They make my chest hurt, so I usually go with the kiddie kinds of gum like double bubble.


^^ agreed!! mint gum would give me wicked bad heartburn.

one thing that REALLY worked for me was taking a shot of Aloe Vera Juice. Try it out - I swore by it before my surgery!!!
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