Managing GERD: Tips and Tricks

when mine gets bad i have a hard time breathing. i didn’t think that was related for awhile, but my mom informed me recently that it is.

I’m on prescription meds that help. i still get it, just not as bad. Drinks are a BIG trigger for me, I really struggle drinking anywhere near enough. I dont actually throw up anywhere near as much as I used too. I prop myself up in bed too, that helps. Try OTC meds, if that doesn’t work, try prescription ones?

I can't eat anything that has even the smallest amount of spiciness including something as basic as pepper (the spice). Nothing with any amount of acidity, like lemon or pasta sauce for example. When I eat pizza I take off the cheese and sauce, and it still aggravates it a little. I've tried meds like Nexium, Zantac, and Prevacid. I've had the most success with Pantoprazole, which I take daily, and Reglan when I get nauseous. I don't have any secrets to know when it's coming on, I've just learned over the years what triggers it. Good luck and I hope you feel better.

Avoid spicy foods, don't eat 2 hours before bed, chat with your doc. Some GERD can be handled with otc meds, some need rx. Tums are your friend unless you have kidney issues.