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Q: reflux disease?
reflux disease, im only 18 and just been told i got it what does this mean for me and is there any way to combat it? i fu*king hate taking pills!!!! AHHHHHH!!!!!! also how do people get this “disease”?
sorry its stomach reflux

A: it is a bit uncomfortable alright. have had it on and off. I hate taking pills too, but i have to take them all my life for something else. Reflux is usually well controlled by a combination of pills and diet. You need to avoid certain foods- you will notice which ones cause the reflux, like acidic and greasy foods, excess alcohol, coffee, . The good news is you probably won’t need the tablets long term. Usually, they are given for a few months and when there is an improvement you just control it by diet. If it flares up from time to time you may need the pills again for a short time. Don’t worry and be glad the pills are there to make it better and you won’t always need them.best of luck.

Q: How does someone die of Acid Reflux disease?
And acquaintence of mine claims that someone he knew died of complications related to Acid Reflux disease? It seems absurd to me. How is this possible? Even if it is, wouldn’t the symptoms before actual death be so severe that the person would seek out an emergency room, before the disease became lethal???

A: Several possibilities arise. With acid reflux, it is possible to aspirate stomach contents into the lungs and develop pneumonia. In a severe case, you could actually suffocate.

Over time, the acid from the stomach can erode the esophagus. Eventually there could be a massive bleed out.

Acid reflux is nothing to mess with. Unfortunately, a lot of people just think they have bad indigestion and grab a tums. If you have bad heartburn on a regular basis, see a doctor.

Q: What does acid reflux disease feel like?
Like i have had this wierd sentation in a small area above my left nipple. It isn’t that bad because it dosen’t distract me from my day but when im just sitting there bored, i can feel it. And when i push or rub against it it feels alittle tight so i was wondering if this is acid reflux disease or if it isn’t what does it feel like?

A: acid reflux is when you have a burning sensation in your chest or stomach. same as when you burp sometimes and it burns? the tightness above your left nipple is probably muscle related and not related to acid reflux which can also happen if you bend over and food/liquid comes back up suddenly. even if you don’t have a weak stomach muscle.

Q: Where can someone find a good cook book for someone who has acid reflux disease?
I have grade II acid reflux disease and I’m having problems fixing and finding foods I like that I can tolerate.

A: try health food stores

http://www.cookbooks/acidrefluxdisease.com

Q: How can I tell if I have acid reflux disease?
When I eat spicy foods I pay in a big way, is there a way to tell if I have acid reflux disease?

A: Do symtoms increase when you lie down ? Like do you wake up at night with heartburn , or even vomiting ?

GERD can be compared to a valve failure between the stomach and the food-pipe . This valve due to many causes will leak and allow fluid from the stomach (which contains hydrochloric acid and powerful digestive juices) to pass to the food-pipe and even up to the mouth , causing a burning sensation in the chest and throat , and sometimes even severe pain as the stomach juice burns through the inner walls of the food-pipe .

Definite diagnosis requires ENDOSCOPY , 24 hour pH monitoring of the ESOPHAGUS (food-pipe) , also a barium meal contrast study to show how stomach contents return back into the food-pipe .

HEY !!!
I will tell you a cheap practical way to definitely tell if your indigestion is caused by GERD or something else !!
Simply take an ANTACID syrup or tablets when you feel the discomfort , if it gets better right away , then you most likely have GERD !!

Q: What foods to eat when you have acid reflux disease?
My mom has Acid reflux disease. she hasnt eaten in days. Does anyone know what she could possibly eat that won’t hurt her stomach? is there anything that might help in CURING this?

Thanks

A: The website should help: http://heartburn.about.com/cs/dietfood/a/heartburnfoods3.htm

Q: Is acid reflux disease related to smoking?
I have acid reflux disease and my mom smoked while she was pregnant with me. I hate her for doing that. Every time I am around tobacco smoke, my acid reflux starts acting up all of a sudden. Has anyone heard of these two things being linked?

A: I havnt read anything, but I never had acid reflux until I quit smoking. Since then I have had it every day. I know it is related somehow.

Q: Are there over the counter medications that can be used to treat acid reflux disease?
The reason I am asking is because my son seems to be having a few symptoms related to acid reflux disease and I was wondering if there are some over the counter medications that are available to treat this?

A: your son? younger people rarely have this problem
it could be a symptom of disease or ulcer
young people do get ulcers
how much junk and soda does he consume
soda has acid as well as sugar in it
it could also be stress
do not give him OTC medications take him to the doctor yo find out what is wrong first

Q: Natural Remedies for Acid Reflux disease?
My cousin has acid reflux disease and she has been coughing with mucus. We recently found out that there is a connection. Are there any natural remedies to stop the mucus or clear it up?

A: Hey, you can try this one:

http://www.improvedhealthandfitness.com/stop_acid_reflux.html

Hope this helps…

Q: What are the cause(s) and aggravators of acid reflux disease?
What are the cause(s) and aggravators of acid reflux disease? What are the best steps I can take to help prevent discomfort? I seriously can’t eat ANYTHING, it seems. Thanks!

A: large meal especially within a few hours of bed time; the acid from your stomach comes back into the esophagus; On the suggestion of my doctor I have been taking Prilosec (over the counter) for a couple of years and it helps a good bit; I know the label says to only take it for 2 weeks at a time so make sure your Dr. says it’s OK for you to take for an extended period; my doctor also told me that some people need to take 2 tablets at a time rather than the recommended 1; always check w/ your Dr. first!

Q: Who has Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Disease?
I have Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Disease (LPR) and I’m looking for some info on it. Incase you don’t know what it is, it’s like Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRED) but worse from what I understand. I’ve read a lot of info online but I’m looking for first hand experience such as symptoms and remedies.

A: My mother suffered 5 years of severe GERD and LPR and now has neither. Threw away nexium and started taking digestive enzyme supplements. Symptoms resolved within a few weeks. 25 years of gastritis is also 85% better after 7 months of enzymes. Taking enzymes with every meal prevents acid reflux occuring. This is extremely effective. To read more>>>

http://www.natural-indigestion-relief.com/acid-reflux-remedies-digestive-enzymes.html

Q: Can You Still Get Pregnant After You Have Gastric Bypass Surgury For Acid Reflux Disease?
Can You Still Get Pregnant After You Have Gastric Bypass Surgury For Acid Reflux Disease?? If You Have Any Info That Would Be A Lot Of Help. I Might Have To Have Gastric Bypass Surgury For My Acid Reflux Disease And I Want Kids??

A: Yes you can still get pregnant. The doctor who did my surgery states you should wait at least one year after the bypass to get pregnant. I am not considering it, but I know others who have had the surgery and have gone on to have children. Your care during your pregnancy will be a little different from others because of the bypass, but you can do it. I hope all goes well if you decide to do this. It is a lifelong commitment that I do not regret.

Q: How to ease nausea from acid reflux disease? Please HELP?
How can I get rid of nausea associated with acid reflux disease? Yes I take medicine for the GERD but I still suffer from nausea and I have trouble eating lately because the nausea is so extreme. I feel like I am going to throw up at any second. Any suggestions are welcome.

A: If you are taking prescription medication for your GERD then you will need either a change in medication or an increase in the dosage. The best thing you can take for nausea is Dramamine, there are similar products in the same area in your pharmacy. Dramamine is for motion sickness. Motion sickness makes you very nauseas and it works for any kind of nausea. It is important that you take care of this and have your doctor check you out. I ignored my GERD and later found that I had Barretts Disease which happens when the acid burns away the lining of the esophagus. This can be dangerous I have to be checked once a year as it can become cancerous. You don’t want to reach that point so I hope you will see your doctor about this I am sorry that you are feeling bad.

Q: Is papaya good for acid reflux disease?
Is papaya bad or good for acid reflux disease.

A: So they say, but I never had much luck with it.
What helped me at night, incredibly, was eating an apple in the evening.

Q: What are all of the symptoms of acid reflux disease?
Preferrably people who have acid reflux only please.

A: Heartburn more than 2 times per week and very severe, worse at nighttime, isn’t helped much by OTC heartburn meds, and often accompanied by bad tastes in your mouth and sometimes even burping.

Once in a while you might have an “episode” I don’t know how else to name it. Your heart beats faster, your chest hurts, your palms get sweaty, and you feel like you’re gonna have a heart attack, but it’s actually acid reflux.

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