Hi everyone. I used to be an active member of this group but I stopped posting about 3 years ago when the pain disappeared, but then reappeared late last year. Shortly, I had what I thought was GERD...
I have a friend whose GERD comes and goes. When it comes, he takes Pepcid for a week and it goes away for months, sometimes years. I also have some friends that I suspect of having it but don't want...
Hi JPT, My update is that I am now GERD-free. When I stopped my PPI for pH monitoring back in May, the symptoms disappeared along with it. I worked up slowly and now have no restrictions on what I...
The test is looking for the acid levels of things that splash up into your esophagus....
Hello, I would consider myself pretty much cured, yes. I stopped my PPI regimen for pH monitoring and the symptoms disappeared. I have slowly worked up to eating acidic and spicy foods. Turns out the...
Hi there, I went down to using one every other day (40mg Nexium, that is) and the initial rebound was terrible, I must say. However, now I have absolutely no heartburn anymore, ever, no matter what I...
I would say so. Citric acid is, of course, acidic. I still avoid it....
Hey Zelda, Just a thought. Were you off PPI's for the tests that you took? Ash...
Oh Carrie, I'm so happy. I hope this is it for you!!!!!!!!!! XOXO, Ash...
Hey everybody, just a small update and something I need to clarify: I am NOT taking any PPI's any longer. I stopped my Nexium 40mg/day for the pH test and haven't taken one since mid-May. I think...
Hi Dany, It is really difficult when it seems like nothing works. What I would suggest for you - and forgive me if you've already done this - is go hardcore with the lifestyle changes and try to heal...
Hi guys. The extra saliva is a common side effect known as "water brash". Saliva is naturally alkaline and it is our bodies' natural defense against heartburn/excess acid. See here:...
Hi Carrie, just to let you know I had the exact same symptoms. They have ALL subsided (unless I go too long without eating) since I stopped my PPI. I see a GI in August, I will post what he says also....
Kitt, we <3 you! Good days or bad :)...
Mud, I have to say go for it if you can....
Hey Mud, I've thought about that... nothing bloats me like water, but non-GERD people tell me they feel the same way... it's so strange. I was having a problem with water for a while, but it went...
Hi all, I don't know where to start or what I'm really even purporting, but I wanted to share the story since I've been through a year of absolute hell and finally seem to be on the other side. I...
I use the pill when I have symptoms and it knocks 'em out....
Wouldn't hurt to be....
Hi Fireworks, sorry I didn't see your reply sooner... thanks for watching and for your sweet comment. There just weren't very many videos out there that were positive to I wanted to post one. I had...
Hey Erica, I feel you. All of my tests were perfectly normal, which in a way is even more frustrating. My ph monitoring showed reflux during the night but that's it. Also, please don't be too worried...
Congrats, bowecho!!...
I am married but with new people I meet, I let the issue come up organically. I feel sort of awkward sitting down for a first meeting and being like, "Hey, I'm Ashley and have acid reflux." I'm sure...
Hi there, these are the three I rely on heavily: Foods that are considered safe: http://heartburn.about.com/cs/dietfood/a/heartburnfoods1.htm Foods to be eaten with discretion:...
Hey New! It might be that you're doing too much too quickly. I get it excited and do too much sometimes even now! It might feel lame to be walking slowly on a treadmill while the person next to you...
27, GERD 1 year, no enamel erosion....
Erica, I saw that too and was a little worried....
That's really soon after surgery that they have it undone. If it's had time to heal, it will heal in that position or at least a different position than what is natural, so it's a toss up....
Stationary bike, elliptical, rowing, astanga yoga... anything that gets your heart rate up. Cardio is the only way to rid yourself of that belly fat. You can strenthen and tone the mucles underneath,...
I have had tons of luck with Carafate. It kills my heartburn and keeps it at bay better than any other product I've ever used. I only use it after eating since it's my esophagus that needs the...
KITT, have a fabulous time! You definitely deserve a vacay....
Hi Butterfly, Wow, you certainly have a lot on your plate. I'm sorry both you and your daughter are going through this all. You are obviously BOTH very tough women! I would definitely suggest that...
Mine is worse when I don't eat for sure. Small, evenly spaced meals. I have to eat very first thing in the morning like MMM....
Hey stormy, Morning nausea used to be a bad symptom for me too but I started eating breakfast and it went away. The only liquid I drink first thing in the morning is water, I usually have my coffee...
Yes, some medications (especially antibiotics) are gastric irritants and can cause heartburn. They should be taken with food....
Hey Raydio, I've never experienced this, but I've heard of it. Maybe the heat relaxes the LES more?...
Since I moved to Finland and started eating incredibly healthily was when my GERD absolutely freaked out. I was eating very large portions, but the food itself was very healthy and with fewer...
Also, hold your tongue between your teeth to stop yourself from swallowing when you're not supposed to. It'll be over before you know it....
I do not. Mine is a strange story, but I stopped the PPI's for pH monitoring and after the initial rebound I've stayed away from them and have felt great. I see a GI in August, we'll see what he...
I do not, but there is a fabulous GI wing at UCSF. They are incredibly expensive however ($600 for a 15 minute consultation). Good luck!...
Hey Lori! I have tried Neksium from Nepal and it works fine! :)...
Hi there, Sorry about the lack of responses. Unfortunately this is a very difficult question to answer as it depends on the grade of esophagitis that you have (grades A-D). Even if you provide that...
Erica you and I sound very similar. I went to the ER three times for what I now suspect to be esophageal spasms but they stopped before I got to the ER so I never got any confirmation. How were yours...
Hi everyone! Denise, I'm so sorry I missed your birthday. It sounds like a fantastic day, nothing less than what you deserve! Joy, I did NOT win in Vegas. In fact, I lost because I didn't even try to...
But Erica, Nexium takes away symptoms for like 90% of the people who are on it, hopefully you'll be in that group :)...
Feelbad, Sucralfate is absolutely invaluable to someone doing what you're doing. It kicks my heartburn's butt every time. Erica, I was on Nexium for a year and while it took away the daily heartburn...
Hey John, thanks for the info. Our symptoms do sound very similar, and I WAS noticing palpitations which I just realized I haven't had for weeks. I will research this more and post what I find. Take...
Hey Charmed1, I really can't speak too intelligibly about this because I have only briefly researched it, but I'm thinking this may be what's happening with me. It started with occasional heartburn,...
Hi guys! Denise, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!! Bill, another congrats to you and good luck for Monday! Kitt, glad you and hubby are feeling better, I hope it continues. MMM, Liz, Daniel, Michael, Sandi,...