How Do I Treat Severe Reflux Symptoms? | GutDr Q&A

Antacids, alginates, H2 blockers and PPIs are often used for treating reflux, but how effective and safe are they? In this Q&A, Dr. Vincent Ho answers a subscriber's question about reflux medications, and the importance of knowing your symptoms.

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[rayjennings]

I had suffered with reflux classic symptoms for a number of years (10/15) but used antacids to control it but eventually they became less efficient. At the age of 60, I spoke with my new doctor about it and he prescribed a brand of PPI. The effect was almost immediate. Wonderful. However, after taking them for 6 years, I read a report linking long term use with osteoporosis. I spoke with my GP about this and he arranged for me to have an endoscopy. The result showed a hiatus hernia and Barrets syndrome. The consultant arranged for me to have more tests involving putting a pressure sensor down my oesophagus to check correct peristalsis operation. We eventually decided that a 360° Fundoplication and hernia repair would do the trick and it has. Great job with one problem. The tightening of the lower oesophgeal sphincter means that although food and liquid can pass through, any air swallowed during eating and drinking and gas produced in the stomach cannot escape upwards and travels through my gut. This leaves me feeling constantly bloated with, at times, embarrassing results!

[maryjaneleop]

Doc good day. My father suffered ruptured appendix last January. 6 Month after the operation he suffered hyper acidity. And now he's not feeling well the doctor gave a medication but it turns no reaction.. Her doctor refer as to a gastro because she can no longer know what is happening. She say maybe there is a deeper cause. We're so worried. Because he is vomiting, can't sleep, no appetite and from 65kls last January after operation now he's only 51kg. He's a senior 62yrs old with a history of high blood that's why when he get operated he is at high risk. maybe because he's alcoholic before .we hope that he get through with it and get well. Praying for all the sick 🙏

[rohrichoak]

The culprit in most cases: carbs. If I have bread and anything else on top, especially black coffee (that has really nothing that should trigger hotburn in itself), there it is.
About the acid food, I've learned it's quite the opposite as I can have lemon juice at will after any meal that doesn't have carbs, especially refined.
Of course, lemon juice without sugar and if I have bread or any other refined carb with lemon juice, I'm in for heartburn.
Replacing carbs for eggs, protein, salad, I'm safe.

[gofindyourself]

wonderful series! thank you very much for sharing your expertise and presenting it in such an accessible and digestible format. will you be doing any presentations on Hiatus Hernia and surgical options?

[craftylady]

I was put on Omeprazole after being on anti inflammatory medication for an injury for about a year. This majorly affected my stomach. I took Omeprazole for about 4 years. It’s nice to finally be off it.

[husseinhassan]

Thank you doctor .
The best treatment of peptic ulcers

[haimierizzy]

Please explain palpitation after eating

[Luffytoro]

Apple cider vinegar before meals cured my Acid reflux

[FunkstR]

Doctor, please do a video on IBD as I suffer from Ulcerative Colitis. Good to hear your views on IBD.

[terryjohnson]

NaHCO3 (sodium bi carbonate=baking soda) + HCl (stomach acid). CO2 (Gas= belch) + H2O (water) + NaCl (Sodium chloride=table salt) = (relief in seconds😁)

[AyaGeee]

I find that Nexium and Controloc do not help in an effective way and barely show results, moreover; they tend to make your digestion even worse and slower!
Cutting fried food, wheat products and being in a gluten-free diet are all what I need.
I finish every meal with 20 gm of unsalted high-quality butter and I have never experienced a single incident of reflux or burping for about 8 months now! No matter what I eat, I can enjoy protein, fat and carbs during my active hours and I wake up every morning ready for a big breakfast!!
Those antacids have done more harm than good to me. I will never take them whatsoever!

[juliekhoo]

Hi Dr Vincent, thank you for the reminder of Red flag symptoms. Even though I don't vomit, I will go for further investigation asap. God bless you

[aaalisahi]

Could you please explain about Gut’s cancer

[sowmyasingh]

Please tell about GERD n how to treat it

[godisgood]

Hi Dr. Gut, I am taking ozempic. I burp and the food is smells as fermented or rotten. What do you think the problem is?

[zydemida]

I’m on medication now for 10days of Esomeprazole and rebamipide..tnx for the explanation Doctor.can you explain also why gastroenterologist suggest an endoscopy?thank you

[gabrielbarrantes]

Man I was trusting you, to treat GERD what you need to do is to increase the acid in the stomach, a couple of shots of vinegar will stop the reflux quickly. Don't do it I you already have gastritis or ulcers...

[biabia]

When you say stop smoking, does that only refer to cigarettes? I never smoke a cig, but I enjoy marijuana. Thanks for answering my question doc.

[unudepenet]

My father has acid reflux for 50 years and he is mamaging it by taking a spoon of sodium bicarbonate (the one used for cooking). I do the same. I guess it's safe, right?

[krystynapaczos]

Czy jest jakaś dieta na refluks ??? proszę o odpowiedź 🌹