Possibly. Many people with reflux have their worst problems at night when laying flat; sleeping more upright with pillows or even putting the head of the bed elevated on blocks can help. If the reflux is unresponsive to maximal medical management, surgery is an option. I strongly advise you to have a 24 hr pH study to objectively measure what is happening when you sleep before considering surgery.

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Dr. Thomas Birdas, National University of Athens Faculty of Medicine Answered Mar. 7, 2012

23 years experience in Surgery - Thoracic

Possibly. Reflux occurs commonly at night. If you wake up with severe heartburn or coughing, then antireflux surgery will likely alleviate these symptoms and help you sleep better at night.

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