You know, when they talk about menopause, they talk mainly about no more periods and hot flashes. No one mentions all of this other fun stuff that goes along with it and is much worse than the hot...
ocean1, I was on ppi's for about 5 months - tried 'em all. I had constant acid pain. I suspected that the meds might be causing hypergastronemia so I stopped taking them cold turkey. Though I do have...
What the heck is it? I found no substantive information on the ad. Tummytuck...
I'm curious . . . you say your GERD is worse during allergy season. Is this typical of others' experience? Tummytuck...
I have also experienced some vertigo through menopause. I do think it has everything to do with hormones or the lack thereof. I've also had a few anxiety attacks which, while not frequent, are pretty...
therearemiracles, Don't worry about the scope. I was afraid as well but the test was really no big deal. They pretty much put you out . . . well, I am one of those people who is hard to sedate so I...
I have been menopausal for about 3 years now and my reflux started about that same time though my symptoms didn't get really bad (didn't actually know I had it but in hindsight regarding silent...
Jan, Sorry for what happened to you but you are so right about doctors. It's really hard to find one who will listen to you. Many of the ones I've encountered act as if they are doing you a favor by...
Jasmine39, I was referring to one of the reflux procedures i.e. endocinch or fundoplication. Didn't know if your docs had mentioned either as an option. A teaspon of honey?!? I might try that myself....
Jaz, First, I am sorry for all you are going through. Are you on any medications and have you had an endoscopy? Tummytuck...
Jasmine, Have you talked with your doc about the potential for GERD surgery. It surely sounds to me as if you are the perfect candidate. Tummytuck...
Porcelain doll, When I stopped taking nexium cold turkey, I only had rebound acid for about a day and a half. After that, I felt much better. I took the DGL pretty faithfully for about a week and...
Christo, I would love to be able to have some procedure done so that I don't have to worry about this ailment but docs here won't do it unless you are really bad off and refractory to treatment. I...
Christo, I am so sorry to hear you are still having a rough time, even though you have made the hard changes. I can't offer much advice but I can tell you of my experience. First, I'll answer your...
indersonu, The aloe vera juice doesn't bother me one bit, except that the taste is awful. Tummytuck...
I'm sure it is harder when you're young. I hope you figure out a way to deal with it. Tummytuck...
GavsMom, I know the ppi's made my GERD much worse. I have been off of them for 2 weeks now and, though I still have reflux, I am much better than when I was on the pills. I found that aciphex worked...
I've been taking DGL for about 2 weeks now and have not had a problem with headaches. I have tried two brands of DGL, the names of which I cannot remember. One brand of DGL is very bland and the...
I apologize if I sounded critical of the path friendlygal is taking. That was not my intention. Friendlygal, you seem to have several issues going on what with your colon and your motility problems...
Riverotter, Thanks for your concern. Believe me, I have pondered the root causes of many things in my life. I'm not a kid; I'm 53 years old and have, I truly believe, faced down all of my demons at...
I hope you find some solutions. Hang in there and keep us posted. Tummytuck...
Colonoscopys are good, definitive tests. What are you doing with the information you have learned? What are the docs going to do with the information they get from your PH test? Are they going to...
So what are you hoping to learn and how will this affect your treatment? I only ask because it is my feeling that they can test and test and test and test but if it doesn't make a difference in the...
Joepiter, Yes, I have heartburn everyday, just like you. My symptoms are similar to yours but some of them are different. I, too, have a hiatal hernia so it is likely I will be dealing with this for...
Just a question, friendlygal . . . you are having every test in the book. What are they hoping to find? Are they trying to figure out an effective way to treat you? Tummytuck...
Christo, Please read about the surgery before you consider doing it. The success rates aren't very good and the results don't last long. Doctors are VERY reluctant to do the surgery and I think will...
Boy, friendlygal, you've been through the ringer with all of this, haven't you? Do you think the bacteria might have something to do with your motility problem? And 3 MONTHS on antibiotics? That...
Hang in there, Christo. It will get better. Just keep experimenting with different foods and different solutions. Keep a diary if you have to and don't let it control your life. It's mostly just a...
Yes, I had a constant gob feeling in my throat. I think it was because I was getting tons of mucous that was as thick as that 'sticky tack' stuff. The mucous isn't nearly as bad now that I am off the...
Gee, then maybe it's not just my imagination that it seems to help. Tummytuck...
Oh, I forgot to mention that to help with my bad breath, I chew Big Red gum. The flavor stays around, the spicyness of the cinnamon actually disguises any acid feeling I might have in my throat and I...
Christo, I am sorry you are having such a hard time of it. Since this is still so new to you, it is likely that you are feeling the changes and problems more acutely. I've been dealing with this for...
Abos, I haven't experienced the pressure you are talking about but others on this board have mentioned it and seem to attribute it to some sort of gas filled bubbles coming up through the esophagus....
Abos, I was diagnosed with GERD about 4 months ago. I have a small hiatal hernia but no inflammation. I started out taking Prilosec then Nexium and tried Aciphex and Protonix. Didn't try Prevacid,...
No, they don't do surgery on them unless they're large and in danger of twisting - at least that's what my docs have said. I don't think they go away but I can't be positive. They are the main reason...
I used to do my elliptical machine every morning at 5:00. Once I got GERD, I noticed that the acid would come up and get in my lungs then all day I would feel pain in breathing and asthma like...
Since you are self proclaimed hypochondriac, I went ahead and did some research for you. It seems that excessive salivea is a common symptom of GERD. I've not had that symptom and it doesn't sound...
Chris711, Are you on any medication and might 'hypersalivation' be one of the side effects? Tummytuck...
My endoscopy showed I have a small hiatal hernia and no damage at all from the acid. I agree that ppi's are good short term to heal any esophagitis. Long term use is the question. I had nothing to...
quest, I will check out your website and give you some feedback. Tummytuck...
debaser, this is great news! I'll knock on wood for you,too. I have read so much on GERD and I do actually remember reading something that talked about certain people who have something called...
I wanted to tell you all about what I have done and at the same time respond to debaser's recent post and the post from the new member, questforhealing. . . By last Thursday, I was in much pain and...
GavsMom, Might you be experiencing side effects from the Aciphex? I had terrible side effects from 40mgs of Nexium, similar to what you are describing. Tummytuck...
Does anyone on the board have a gastro doctor that has actually helped them or that they like? I have not had a good experience with the ones I have encountered and wondered what others have...
keyt0072, I have no advice - sorry - but I will say a prayer or two for you. I'm sorry you are having such a rough time and hope you soon find something that works for you. Tummytuck...
NH66, I haven't taken prevacid but had terrible side effects from taking 40 mgs of Nexium - similar to what you describe except for the bloodshot eye??? Since I have a hiatal hernia and need to take...
CruJones, The protonix should help quite a bit but it will anywhere from 2 to 4 days. Hang in there and let us know how it goes. Tummytuck...
You know, you think if they found the cause they might be able to help stop it. The gastro that did my scope just told me I had a small hiatal hernia and to continue with the meds. That's it. I...
Bobby, I am wondering how one night of binge drinking could give you a lifetime of heartburn?? Please don't think I am questioning your call on this . . . I am just curious as to what could have...