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A member asked:

What happens if you have acid reflux disease (gerd) which is worse to drink, soda (ex. coke) or alcohol?

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Dr. Aleks Radovic answered

Both: Avoid both. Try drinking water or milk, this will help with your symptoms.

Answered 11/19/2014

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