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A member asked:
Is it too bad to lie down immediately after meals for acid reflux sufferers due to hernia i can't sit after meals i get pressure in my chest if i sit?
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Elevate about 30 deg: You may not have to sit up. Elevating the head of the bed about 30 degrees can help your symptoms. You can for this easily by putting some bricks under the head of your bed. Try to avoid lays down completely for 2 - 3 hours after eating.
Answered 11/18/2014
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If GERD: then should not lay down within 2 hours of eating , elevate head of bed 30 degrees.
Answered 11/17/2014
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