perimenapause and GERD - Menopause Message Board

Reds1261 · 01-05-2005, 07:12 PM

Hi Everyone...

I am 43 years and have GERD...I currently take a Prilosec and Ranitidine once a day, these pills usually control the Gerd, but every so often 2 weeks before my cycle,especially when I am ovulating I get the worse heartburn and even the pills don't help. Just wondering if anyone else experiences this? And what they do to help it. Is this common for perimenopause?

Thank you

and Hope everyone has a Safe, Happy, Prosperous New Year

Hopefully · 01-05-2005, 07:28 PM

I take Nexium occasionally for GERD and I've had great success. Yes, I've had an extreme case of reflux since going through perimenopause...it was really bad the earlier part of last year. This might sound weird, but I've noticed that carbohydrates cause mine to be worst so I've limited the amount and type that I eat.

twanger · 01-05-2005, 07:34 PM

Yes, I have this at different times. I take Nexium and have for about three years every day. At times, I can not control the acid reflux. I have tried readjusting my diet during those times and nothing works. However, when the indigestion clears, I can eat anything as long as I take the Nexium.

When this started, I thought that I was going to have to up the dosage of Nexium. I did and became nauseated. I don't know why it starts or why it ends. I do know that when it starts, it lasts about 2-3 weeks.

I have not had a period for 2 years and this symptom started in peri and seems to be resolving a little bit now.

Reds1261 · 01-05-2005, 07:39 PM

Thank you for responding Twanger...

I am sorry that you are having the same discomfort, but it is comforting knowing that I am not alone.
I have tried taking the Nexium, but that does not work as well for me as the Prilosec

kittenlover · 01-05-2005, 08:53 PM

In September, I had a bout that lasted 2-1/2 weeks and it freaked me out...but as suddenly as it started, it stopped.
I too had GERD when I ovulated when I turned 40ish...I think I am ovulating less and less because except for that September event, I haven't had anything....and I'm still getting my period. I thought I would miss December, but it turns out it was only 2 weeks late

(I'm 47-1/2 )