Water will increase : The gastric volume with minimal effect in lowering acidity. If you have gerd and also a hiatal hernia your symptoms will worse. If you have gerd try lifestyle changes. Changes in diet(avoid spicy fatty food, caffeine, chocolate, sodas, acid fruits or anything that worse your heartburn), loosing weight, avoiding tight cloths, do not eat late night. If no improvement see your doctor for treatment.
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