Getting rid of GERD? Is it possible? - Acid Reflux / GERD Message Board

shelovescliche · 05-29-2007, 05:58 PM

I was wondering if anyone's found a way to actually get rid of their GERD/ acid reflux?

I've had the GERD for about...seven years now, so I'm used to it, but it's still bothersome.

I'm already maxed out on protonix; the doctors I saw a few years ago told me that it was HIGHLY unusual for someone my age to have it (I developed it at about 10 years old, I'm 17 now), and that, because of my age, it would most likely disappear in the next few years.

Well, it hasn't disappeared. If anything, it's only getting worse. I cut out most of the things you're not supposed to eat or drink with GERD, I don't do anything to aggravate it.

I've tried nearly every medication there is for it; starting with the OTC meds, and then working through nexium and a few others (which had relatively no effect whatsoever on the GERD; it continued to get worse). The protonix is the first medication that allows me to escape most of the usual symptoms, but it's still not enough.

Is there any way to REALLY get rid of this? I'm worried that, at this rate, the protonix won't help in another year or two, and I don't know what I'll do then.

Alagaesia · 05-30-2007, 12:14 AM

The only way to get rid of it is to truly find out the cause. That's the problem with most GERD/reflux sufferers. Doctors don't know anything about the cause of it so therefore they just give you a prescription for something hoping it will help. I've found out personally that zinc gets rid of my reflux. I guess I have a zinc deficiency. The cause is different for everyone but its just hard to figure it out.

miknan · 05-30-2007, 05:31 AM

The doctors will keep trying meds, diet, and exercise to control your reflux (as they should) but there is a surgery called Fundoplication Surgery that can eliminate GERD. I personally only know one person who has had this done and it worked great for him. I guess the surgery is quite involved although can be done laproscopic. I'm not sure how common it is or if you would be a good candidtate or not but it might be worth looking into. .. You are way too young for this, good luck.

Mike In NY · 05-30-2007, 06:19 AM

I no longer have a problem. When I developed GERD/Acid Reflux a neighbor recommended a powerful Probiotic (capsules) and KEFIR (a cousin of yogurt) sold in supermarkets which is also a Probiotic. It took a few weeks but it worked. The Probiotic that I continue to take has 15 Strains & 35 Billion Microorganisms per two capsules. In addition to both these products take a tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar in a glass of water twice a day. These three recommendations are safe and All Natural.

CHALUPA · 05-30-2007, 06:53 AM

Hi mikeny,
What where your symptoms of gerd. My are really bad and the meds aren't working. How many of the prodibits did you take and do they have any reactions from them. I have tried all the antacids and they don't work at all. I hate feeling this way i woke up this way 11 months ago and i am only 34 years old. I feel like my chest is tight and my mouth and throat hurt like they are swallon. My abdomen (upper) is so bloated. and the shortness of breath is horrible. I no it isn't anxiety because i was on zanax for 2 month and it did nothing the problem was still there.