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Gerd And Heartburn And Nitroglycerin
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What preventative treatments are there for GERD and heartburn?
Prevent/Control GERD: Avoid foods & behavior that delay stomach emptying &/or relax the lower esophageal sphincter--spicy, greasy food, mints, alcohol, tobacco, chocolate, tomato-based products, caffeinated & fizzy drinks, eating before bedtime. Lose weight. Elevate head of bed on blocks. Use otc acid blockers for relief (h2's: tagamet, zantac, (ranitidine) pepcid; ppi's: prilosec, prevacid, zegerid). See a GI doctor if persistent. ...Read more
Gerd (Definition)
It is normal to have some gastroesophageal reflux (ger). It becomes a disease (gerd) when it causes organ damage (imflammation of the esophagus, or barrett's esophagus), it has a significant negative impact on your life, or requires dependence ...Read more
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I am experiencing constipation, heartburn (gerd) (worsened by: lying flat) and stomach cramps. Pale stools.?
Pale stools: Abdominal discomfort with passage of pale stools may be seen with blockage in the biliary tract and gall bladder by a stone. Complications from gerd won't cause pale stools. If symptoms persist consult your physician or a gastroenterologist for evaluation and appropriate tests will be ordered in order to make a diagnosis. ...Read more
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Anxiety causing stomach issues hurt to eat and heartburn stomach pain am I headed towards GERD or ulcer? What should I take for this
You may be: Stress and anxiety can certainly cause other physical ailments such as increasing acid production, leading to possible GERD or ulcers. The acid issue can be treated by avoiding trigger foods that also affect you, and medications. Controlling anxiety however is the main issue causing your problems, so treating that is paramount. See the Dr. For a good exam, evaluation, and treatment. ...Read more
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Heartburn 10+ years on Nexium (esomeprazole) 40 MG daily for 6 years. Gets stomach aches and nausea alot? Could it be a stomach bug or GERD flare up?
Get checked: See a gastroenterologist who help you determine if a repeat workup is needed. ...Read more
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Throat clearing problem for a year, also heartburn, thinking it might be gerd, is it safe to take Prilosec without asking my doctor, would this help?
Yes take, but: What you need is an ENT evaluation. The throat is where the symptoms are and a direct look at this region is in order. ...Read more
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I drink lots of tea and usually finish a large glass just before bed, then feel it in my throat a few times before falling asleep. NO heartburn. GERD?
Possibly: This sounds like reflux of the fluid you drank back into the esophagus. This can probably be managed by avoiding large volumes of fluid just before you lie down. Try to have your tea earlier, an hour or so before bedtime. Then only take small sips around bedtime if you are thirsty. ...Read more
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Symptoms are belching after meals and bowel movements that don't feel complete, and indigestion after heavy drinking next morning. No heartburn. Gerd?
Don't binge drink: The cure for GI problems after binge drinking is not to binge drink. Is that so hard to figure out? ...Read more
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I am experiencing back pain (severity: severe) (side: both), chest wall pain and heartburn (gerd) (worsened by: eating shortly before bed, bendin... I've had chest X-ray, a whole heart work, heart doc says heart is ok. Why does my back hurt so bad?
You would: Probably benefit from a neurological or orthopedic evaluation. Ask your primary health care provider for a referral. ...Read more
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Diagx GERD/ulcers 10 mos ago. Heartburn for 6 days after eating sweet/sour chicken. No relief with Prilosec or zantac. Cant take nexium (esomeprazole). What can I do.
Carafate (sucralfate): Hi Maria, since your symptoms have been unresponsive to your usual regimen, your doctor should be notified. Carafate (sucralfate) is a medication that may be considered for you, as it will coat any new or unresolved ulcers and help them heal faster. ...Read more
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I have a dry mouth, post nasal drip and loss of appetite. It seems it might be GERD. If I use Gaviscon the post nasal drip stops. I also recently used Movicol and a lot of the symptoms got less. Who do I go and see? I have no history of heartburn
Heartburn:
It will be a good idea to see a gastroenterologist.
They will help you modify your diet and prescribe a proper treatment to help control the reflux
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No heartburn or difficultly swallowing. Do have lump feeling, sore throat and once in a while sour taste. Not a cold. GERD?
Maybe..: While the sour taste and sore throat suggest GERD, gastroesophageal reflux disease, the lump is a little out of the ordinary. Your doctor may want to consider an endoscopy of barium study. ...Read more
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Can GERD / heartburn make you feel mucousy in my upper chest & throat areas even if I don't feel actual heart burn at the time?
Yes: Sometimes the reflux fluid can come up without associated pain. Would see your doctor, if symptoms persist ...Read more
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I am experiencing heartburn (gerd), burping and sore throat. For the past week I am feeling pain in throat. Food does not bother me. The scale of the pain is like 2 (1-10). I am also experiencing heartburn (since long) get worse eating spicy food.
GERD: This sounds like GI reflux. I suggest OTC Nexium or Prilosec in addition to Mylanta. You must be examined and tested for H. pylori infection. ...Read more
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Is there a difference between heartburn and gerd?
Yes: Heartburn is a common symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd). Not all heartburn is gerd (95%+ is) and not everyone with gerd has heartburn. ...Read more
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What is the difference between heartburn and gerd?
Really the same: Some doctors may call more regular episodes of heartburn gerd i.e. Daily as opposed to episodic heartburn that you get from eating too much pizza. ...Read more
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What else causes frequent severe heartburn besides gerd?
Studies have shown:
That the differential diagnosis of heartburn symptoms is quite broad, but according to Dr. Harmon and others in Therapeutic Advances in Gastroenterology, there are five major causes:
Medications, functional dyspepsia, GERD, peptic ulcer disease, and cancer.
GERD may have no symptoms of heartburn whatsoever. Here is a review to read: http://tinyurl. Com/nqnv9qr
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I am experiencing heartburn (gerd) (worsened by: lying flat).
Heartburn: Approaches to heartburn include: elevating the head of the bed, not wearing tight clothes that cinch the abdomen, avoiding meals late at night, waiting at least 3 hours after a meal to lie down, not allowing body weight to be excessive, not smoking, acupuncture, hypnosis, ginger tea, relaxation and medications such as antacids, Proton pump inhibitors or H-2- receptor antagonists. ...Read more
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What is clinically different between frequent heartburn and GERD?
GERD symptoms: Heartburn is a symptom, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a diagnosis. Heartburn is the most frequent symptom of GERD. Best to discuss with your doctor. ...Read more
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What is the best treatment for silent gerd, no heartburn whatsoever?
The same as GERD: The treatment is the same for both gerd and silent gerd. Low acidic foods and/or medications such as h2 blockers or proton pump inhibitors can relieve symptoms, if you have them. Speak with your doctor about which plan is most appropriate for you. ...Read more
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Natural remedy for heartburn/gerd?
Multiple things.: Chewing gum for 30 mins after eating has shown to help. Also taking half a teaspoon of baking soda with water also helps. Avoid the foods that cause it such as coffee, tea, peppermint, high fat foods, chocolate, etc. ...Read more
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Stomach pain started in May and is on and off randomly days/ weeks apart. Zantac to treat heartburn, diagnosed with GERD, recently diarrhea.?
Not improving?: I suggest a consultation with a GI expert (gastroenterologist). Additionally get seen by your local UC clinic, PCP or ER. ...Read more
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I have a history of heartburn and GERD and recently have been having much increased heartburn/substernal pain while straining for a bowel movement.
Yeah that happens: Hiatal hernia is incredibly common and increased abdominal pressure will causse stuff to go up the esophagus and irritate it. ...Read more
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Have Gerd on Prilosec high bp under control. Heart cath. No issues have had chest pain mainly rt side near sternum radiating to shoulder heartburn stil?
Chest pain: Once a cardiac source of pain has been ruled out by a cardiologist, then one could pursue further whether uncontrolled Gerd could be the cause. You may need an adjustment of your medication and/or further evaluation to determine if Gerd could still be the cause. See your primary doctor or your gastroenterologist. Good luck. ...Read more
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I'm passing gas (a little), heartburn (gerd) (worsened by: eating certain foods)&bloating (only at night. Relatively flat stomach in the morning/afternoon).Im on 40mg pantoprazole and domperione for a week. No more burning but still bloated.?
Bloated: Try some probiotics for one week and then as needed ...Read more
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Lump in throat, unintentional weight loss, heartburn is it GERD or cancer?
Consider endoscopy: Upper GI endoscopy is usually ordered with these symptoms to determine exactly what is going on. At your age reflux may be the cause, however, with the lump in the throat symptoms, I would also consider eosinophilic esophagitis as a possibility. Endoscopy with biopsy will allow them to put your mind at ease to rule out cancer, look for reflux changes, and check for precancerous barrett's change. ...Read more
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Pain/tightness in chest. Lump/swollen feeling in throat. Tired all the time. Rare feeling of heartburn. Can this be GERD or LPR?
Possibly,: Consult with your PCP or ENT or Gastroenterologist. These symptoms need to be investigated. ...Read more
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I have GERD & hituus hernia my symptoms are soar throat and after eating my stomach doesn't feel good no heartburn at all. Is it from the GERD?!
It's possible: To have laryngitis caused by ge reflux. This might explain your sore throat. If you still have this when you are on maximum medical treatment - then yes, anti-reflux surgery might be next. See you GI doctor for an evaluation. ...Read more
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I have a very red throat, not really sore Will omeprazole help with that? I'm somewhat scared to take it. I don't have heartburn but doc says gerd
If your red throat: Is caused by acid reflux, omeprazole should help by decreasing the amount of acid that is irritating your throat. Also you can get acid reflux without typical heartburn symptoms. ...Read more
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I don't have heartburn. But im usually bloated, gas trapped inmy throat/chest, will wake up breathless&.Burping will relieved the discomfort. Is it gerd?
Gas: There's a good chance that you're a gas swallower. Many of us swallow lots of air during the day and get bloated that way. If you're drinking lots of beverages during the day you likely are swallowing lots of gas with them, especially if they're carbonated. If you suck on candy, etc. Pay attention to this and you may be able to decrease it. Simethicone can decrease the size of your gas bubbles. ...Read more
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Can you eat honey if you have Gerd, kronic gastritis, Gerd, heartburn,?
Honey could: Be problematic if you have a hard time breaking down fructose. ...Read more
Nitroglycerin (Definition)
Nitroglycerin dilates the blood vessels around the heart to relieve heart pain or "angina". It comes in both a pump spray and tablet form. There are several cautions when using this medication so always discuss with ...Read more
Heartburn (Definition)
A painful burning sensation in the esophagus, just below or behind the breastbone. The pain often rises in your chest and may radiate to ...Read more