I have taken tums etc but almost every night I wake up with acid reflux. I don't think its bad enough to see a doctor, is there a home remedy that works. What about OTC meds.?
2007-12-18 04:42:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
The core of the problem is what you are eating.
DO NOT EAT:
cooked tomatoes for a month (raw is not acidic)
lemon juice, orange, grapefruit from concentrate (not from concentrate is actually alkaline, only in small amounts though)
fried foods
high fatty foods
only drink very very little fruit juices or none at all.
very little salt, and only Himalayan or Celtic sea salt.
So change your diet and DO NOT EAT 3 HOURS before going to bed.
Stomach acids should NOT be going up your esophagus, it will eat it away over time, it's very bad. Do go see your Doc. but first try what I said. :)
:)
2007-12-18 04:57:39 · answer #1 · answered by please_help_save_tibet 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-20 05:52:57 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my own experience, the level of acid reflux you're experiencing needs medical attention. I experienced the same thing and let it go for quite some time. When I finally went, I had "erosions" in my esophagus (pre- ulcerous). I was put on a medication (didn't nitice any side effeects) and over the next few years the erosions had disappeared. The big plus is that I am so much more comfortable now. It really is worth a trip to the doctor. Best of luck!!!
2007-12-18 04:54:00 · answer #3 · answered by carinjohnson@sbcglobal.net 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also went through this myself. I went to the Dr. and had a Barium Swallow Upper G.I. done, they found I had a hyatel hernia with severe acid reflux. The only permanent resolution is surgery. But if you take Prilosec OTC, or go to the Dr. there is a Rx you can take called aciphex this is the best, it works for me, good luck.
2007-12-18 04:59:54 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prilosec OTC is sold in most stores and is what most Gastro Doctors used to prescribe until it became generic. It works like a charm but you must be on it for a few days for it to work. Read the instructions well.
2007-12-18 04:51:12 · answer #5 · answered by Oz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-01-24 22:10:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a swallow of pepto bismal to coat temporarily.
2007-12-18 04:49:54 · answer #7 · answered by J & R Sequin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use another pillow to keep your head and shoulders slightly elevated.
2007-12-18 04:47:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Apple cider vinegar is supposed to help.
2007-12-18 16:23:05 · answer #9 · answered by Susan Yarrawonga 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am sorry I think you should see the doctor anyway
2007-12-18 04:52:42 · answer #10 · answered by datsleather 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋