Question 1

can i die from gastroesophageal reflux disease?

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Unlikely: While there are potentially life threatening complications from gerd, these are very rare, and include aspirating stomach fluid in the lungs and the development on cancer. These complications would only occur if there is some sort of underlying neurological or respiratory disease, an longstanding gerd (>10 years). To put it in perspective, you stand a greater chance of dying in a car accident.

Question 2

what can i do for gastroesophageal reflux disease?

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Medications: Trial ranitidine 150mg twice daily or if that is ineffective use Omeprazole 20mg daily.  You can also work on reduced alcohol and smoking, weight loss, eating less, less liquid with meals, elevating the head of the bed, waiting longer before lying down after eating, etc.

Question 3

what are the tests for gastroesophageal reflux disease?

Accepted Answer

Several: Upper endoscopy, upper GI and manometry.  Bravo probe if not clear cut symptoms and findings on egd.

Question 4

help! what is actually gastroesophageal reflux disease?

Accepted Answer

Acid in Esophagus: Gastric=stomach & upper 2/3 lined with cells which secrete hydrochloric acid (inhibits bacterial growth) under brain control. With healthy subconscious control of esophagus, bottom of esophagus only relaxes as solid/liquid is pushed down. If stomach contents repeatedly pushed back up, esp. When lots of acid present, then esophagus damaged over time; can eventually promote esophagus cancer.

Question 5

how can i tell if i have gastroesophageal reflux disease?

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Heartburn: The most common symptom is heartburn or acid burning in the chest.  Chronic dry cough, sore throat, hoarseness and difficulty swallowing are also symptoms.  Some may have regurgitation of food or liquids or sour taste in mouth.

Question 6

what is gastroesophageal reflux disease a risk factor for?

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Gastroesophageal reflux disease can lead to::   Asthma in adults, Aspiration, Asthma exacerbation in adults, Eustachian tube dysfunction, Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, Laryngomalacia, Snoring, Throat cancer, Asthma, Hiccups, Bad breath, Pulmonary fibrosis, Barrett esophagus, COPD, Vocal cord nodule.

Question 7

what exactly is refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease?

Accepted Answer

Reflux: Refractory gerd means reflux disease not responding to standard treatment and conservative measures.

Question 8

gastroesophageal reflux disease diagnosed. what can't i eat?

Accepted Answer

Prevent GERD: Avoid foods & behavior that delay stomach emptying &/or relax the lower esophageal sphincter--spicy, greasy food, mints, alcohol, tobacco, chocolate, tomato-based products, caffeinated & fizzy drinks, eating before bedtime. Lose weight. Elevate head of bed on blocks. Use otc acid blockers for relief (h2's: tagamet, zantac, (ranitidine) pepcid; ppi's: prilosec, prevacid, zegerid). See a GI doctor if persistent.

Question 9

what are some good foods to eat for  gastroesophageal reflux disease?

Accepted Answer

Avoid acidic foods: Vegetables are always a great choice. Reflux can get worse with acidic foods as well as rich, fatty foods. Spicy foods, tomato based foods, alcohol and caffiene can make things worse.

Question 10

what can lead to, or is associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease?

Accepted Answer

The following cause or are associated with Gastroesophageal reflux disease::   CREST syndrome, Cystic fibrosis, Sleep apnea, Zollinger Ellison syndrome, Lactase deficiency, Rett syndrome.

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