A member asked:

What do you do when your heartburn is making you not eat? i have been to the doctor. water gives me heartburn and it's taking over my life.

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Reflux: Sometimes gastroesophageal reflux can be so prevalent that the esophagus becomes so irritated that it can hurt to eat. There are many medications available for management of reflux. Change in diet can also alleviate symptoms. Sometimes reflux can be worsened by slow gastric emptying. If not getting results from general practice physician should consult specialist gastroenterologist.

Answered 9/28/2016

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