Gerd, this sucks?!
Question:
Gerd, this sucks?
been diagnosed with gerd. dont like side effects of perscription meds. any home remedys out there that work. antacids dont work so well. feels like someone standing on my chest an chokeing me. get the heartburn too but not all the time. also can anxiety be a factor in this. i also try to watch what i eat.
Answers:
You didn't say what medicine you're taking, but there are numerous GERD medications available. Talk to your doctor. If one doesn't work for you (for whatever reason), another one may. You definitely want to keep the GERD under control, though.
Stress and diet are certainly factors. Avoid spicy or acidic foods, tobacco, alcohol, and caffeine, and elevating the head of your bed will help also. But talk to your doctor. He can change your prescription until you find a medication that doesn't bother you.