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I have recent diagnosis of gerd. it comes and goes no matter what my diet. i have stopped spicy foods and alcohol. on prilosec 2x day. why does it come/go?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Other triggers: Caffeine, soda pop, fried/fatty foods, chocolate can also trigger reflux. If you're overweight, that can exacerbate gerd. Reduce weight, exercise, consult with your doc about possibility of hiatal hernia.

Answered 4/17/2012

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Dr. Steven Saunders answered

GERD: Can be related to structural abnormalities and may require an endoscopy.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I have recent diagnosis of gerd. it comes and goes no matter what my diet. i have stopped spicy foods and alcohol. on prilosec 2x day. why does it come/go?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Dr. Steven Saunders answered

Dr Lewis agreed

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