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Q&A: how do i relieve the symptoms of gerd when i drink alcohol?
February 5th, 2012 | 
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Question by xx_fanged_orchid_xx: how do i relieve the symptoms of gerd when i drink alcohol?
i enjoy an occasional night of partying w/friends & family but i have gerd … is there a way to decrease the extreme pain & misery i get the day after? a little relief would help.
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Answer by Tessie
Your body is telling you ‘don’t drink alcohol.’ If you insist on doing it anyway, alternate a full glass of water with each drink. You’ll have a better time anyway.
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Attention Finding A Natural Gerd Remedy That Works
Attention Finding A Natural Gerd Remedy That Works
Article by sharicetennett
Although acid and reflux is quite common the range of symptoms heartburn can produce is surprisingly broad with some symptoms that are easily recognizable and others that are more unusual and can therefore be difficult to recognize as symptoms caused by heartburn. If you suspect you may be suffering from symptoms heartburn may have triggered – whether they are common or unusual – it is important that you speak to your doctor for a formal diagnosis.Millions of people worldwide are affected by this common stomach discomfort. Indigestion has a variety of presentation that can go from stomach acidity nausea belching bloating and distention to a more threatening medical problems such as peptic esophagitis gallstones and stomach cancer. The most common cause of gastrointestinal distress is heartburn known also as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The majority of people has experienced at least once in a lifetime a burning sensation in the middle of the chest. Often it’s accompanied by a rush of highly acidic fluid into the back of the throat leaving and unpleasant burning sensation there as well. Reflux occurs when the movement of food and digestive juices in the digestive tract causes stomach acid to back up in the esophagus. Reflux may also arise from defects in the esophageal sphincter which may be caused by a hiatal hernia.
If you have been diagnosed with GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease you know that the pain and burning of the refluxing that goes on in your esophagus is not only painful but it can alter the way you live your life. There are natural ways to treat GERD if you prefer to avoid the prescription medications.
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Highly Rated Bad Breath Cures – Time To Throw Out Your Mouthwash?
Highly Rated Bad Breath Cures – Time To Throw Out Your Mouthwash?
Article by dyanwoollen
Why spend a lot of money on expensive medication to get relief from your heartburn when there are some very effective home remedies for heartburn that have proven to be extremely effective in providing that much needed relief? This article considers five of the most well known remedies that are particularly effective.acid and reflux happens when the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) fails to completely close which causes gastric acid to leak out into the esophagus. The LES normally closes completely as the food passes through it.
Bad breath can be a real problem for many people and finding an effective remedy for this condition is not always easy. Acquiring more information about what causes bad breath and knowing some of the measures that you can take to avoid it is a good start to finding the best bad breath solution for you.
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My friends’s GERD is becoming from bad to worse. What can he do for relief?
Question by it0112: My friends’s GERD is becoming from bad to worse. What can he do for relief?
He takes one Nexium pill a day but it just doesn’t seem to be working anymore. The type of symptoms he’s experiencing is trouble swallowing, lower back pain, burning sensation, difficulty breathing etc. What he do for some relief? Is there any home remedies that work? At this point he’s ready to try anything. He’s been under a lot of stress lately.
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Answer by zharantan
He needs to go to a doctor, obviously. He may have an ulcer. If he does, it needs treatment now, before it begins to bleed.
GERD Symptoms and Treatment
GERD Symptoms and Treatment
Article by Lois Tipton
GERD is related to the esophagus. The esophagus is a tube connecting the mouth and the stomach. Whatever we eat or drink passes through the esophagus and enters into the stomach. While this is happening, LES muscles are relaxed to let the eatables enter into the stomach and then it closes quickly. In people with weak LES muscle, some contents of stomach get returned in the esophagus and that is called reflux. When this happens it causes heartburn. Now a days, GERD has become very common. Some people experience the symptoms of GERD even daily. Let’s see some symptoms of GERD:Symptoms of GERD:Heartburn:The first symptom of GERD is heartburn. Generally, heartburn occurs after half or one hour after meals. Heartburn may get intense when lying down, exercising or bending over. The burning sensation may start from the center of the chest and gets extended right up to the neck. Heartburn can occur frequently or from time to time but it happens periodically. That means the episodes of heartburn could be more severe or frequent for few weeks or even months and then it may get reduced to less frequent or even stop for few weeks or even months. Normally, heartburn always returns and it is a life long problem.Regurgitation:Regurgitation means that the refluxed fluid appears in the mouth. Mostly, the people with GERD, get a little quantity of fluid back up in the esophagus and that enters into the throat and thus it may come even up to the mouth. Patients of GERD may get the acid taste in their mouth.Nausea:Though nausea is rare in GERD, some people experience it frequently. Severe nausea can lead to vomiting. It is not yet known why some people suffering from GERD mainly have heartburn and others mainly have nausea.There are some more rare symptoms of GERD as follows:• Chronic cough• Morning hoarseness• Chest pain• Asthma• Belching• Difficulty in swallowing• Weight lossThese are the rare but possible symptoms of GERD. If any of such symptoms are observed it is assumed to be GERD first. Once it is confirmed, there are also some treatments available to treat GERD.Treatments of GERD:To treat GERD your medical history is very important. After getting the physical and lab tests done; your health care provider may advice you the line of treatment. There are mainly two types of treatments: non surgical and surgical.Non surgical treatment:Non surgical treatment is useful in initial stages of GERD. In this you may need to change your lifestyle like dietary changes, losing weight, quitting smoking etc. With little changes in your lifestyle you can reduce the frequency of GERD symptoms. Taking antacids could be helpful in relieving the burning sensation. Antacids have been the first line treatment for gastroesophageal reflux. These antacids not only suppress gastric contents but also release the esophageal pressure. You can also try elevating your bed from the head side for about 6 inches to prevent heartburn. It will reduce the reflux by the effect of gravity. Quitting smoking can also minimize the symptoms of GERD. You should also refrain from using tight fitting clothes that pressurize the abdomen.Proton pump inhibitors such as Pantoprazole (Protonix) also help in the treatment of GERD.Surgical treatment:Surgery is considered when medical treatment is not effective. Anti-reflux surgeries are done in two ways: laparoscopic and open. In these surgeries, the upper portion of the stomach is rebuilt to prevent reflux entering into the esophagus. Surgery would be an extreme; you can try using Protonix as it is an effective medication in treating erosive esophagus. It helps in reducing the production of stomach acids hence you will find relief from GERD symptoms.
Protonix may not be effective in getting immediate relief from the heartburn symptoms but it is surely efficient in reducing the pressure on the esophagus. It is helpful in treating any damage caused by stomach acids to the esophagus.
how to manage gerd attack?
Question by boots: how to manage gerd attack?
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Answer by eaglelover_1967
If this is a rare thing then Gaviscon is a great medication for this. Mylanta, Maalox are also options as well as Tums etc…. These are for the quick fix of acute onset. If you have a recurrent issue it is best to seek the advice of a doctor and get a prescription for something more long term.
Dietary changes and not sleeping lying flat help as well for more severe cases.
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How get rid of GERD, The throat part, is what i’m feeling normal?
Question by Jamie: How get rid of GERD, The throat part, is what i’m feeling normal?
I was diagnosed with GERD about a month ago. I have lost some weight, stopped smoking, stopped drinking soda. Eating for the most part properly. I haven’t had a stomach ache in over 3 weeks. I take prilocec twice a day. My bed is lifted. But my throat is still constantly bothering me. It’s driving me insane. Is what I’m feeling normal? Is there something I’m doing wrong? Any secrets for curing the throat thing.
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Answer by bombastic
This is a very annoying ailment to have. If you are doing everything possible and your throat still hurts, it means that acid is still backing up and burning it. You probably need another type of medication such as Nexium. Be sure to take it immediately before going to sleep at night which is when it seems to work best.
I have heartburn, feeling something stuck in my throat, sometimes difficult to swallow food. is this GERD?
Question by Latina123: I have heartburn, feeling something stuck in my throat, sometimes difficult to swallow food. is this GERD?
I’m 25yrs old and lately I been having heartburn, feeling that something is stuck in my throat, sometimes difficult to swallow food, and my throat is very painful. Is this symtoms of GERD or esophagus cancer or something else? Please advice.
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Answer by Andrew LeVino
It does sound like GERD is a possibility. It’s not a perfect fit, but it is very tough to diagnose over the internet. It sounds like something worth getting checked out though.
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