I have chronIc acId reflux and I keep the worst taste in my mouth. I am on omeprazole, what helps?
God is tapping you on the shoulder and telling that Omeprazole is not the answer You need to be evaluated It would be a shame if you are being warned that something serious is wrong and you did not heed the warning
I have had gerd for over three years. It got to the point where I was constantly clearing my throat all the time. I had the procedure fundoplication done in November and the problem still persists. What else can I do?
First it is important to have the proper work-up Your doctor needs to be asked if he did a 24 hour ph study, a manometry study and an endoscopy with a biopsy. Depending on the results of those studies we can just if reflux was the actual problem Frequently sinus drainage can cause your symptoms I would go back to your surgeon, he may have to repeat the studies to give you some idea of what is now going on
I get heartburn every time that I eat jelly, chocolate, drink OJ, etc. and I use baking soda to kill the burning sensation in my chest. Is baking soda a bad remedy?
No but it’s a temporary entity. You may be helped by just changing you lifestyle but you need to be evaluated to make sure you have the kind of heartburn you can live with We are actually starting a screening campaign on April 25 at Celebration Hospital in Orlando, Florida call Operation Bear Hug. We are going to get our arms around the reflux problem by using technology to tell you if you have the disease as soon as possible by using telemedicine and other technologies.
What workup should I ask for?
Please go to my article on the Dr. Oz website or visit HERE to learn more. I have extended articles to give you all the details. But in a nutshell, first you need an upper endoscopy. Next a 24 hour ph test. Then an esophageal manometry.
Some nights I wake up gasping for air with this burning fluid in my throat. What could it be?
Nocturnal reflux-reflux at night while lying down is a big alarm signal. The door between your stomach and food tube is total open You need to be evaluated as soon as possible
Where can I get more magnet treatment information? I’d like to give it to my father.
Visit this website. Get it to your Dad. It was hard to see my Uncle pass from esophageal cancer and not be able as a doctor to do anything to help him.
What type of tests do I need to ask for to get screened for esophageal cancer?
Please go to my article on the Dr. Oz website and visit HERE to learn more. I have extended articles to give you all the details.
Sometimes when I eat it feels like I have to throw up.
This is not necessary Gastroesophageal Reflux you may have gastritis or an ulcer Regardless, please get checked You need an endoscopy to know for sure
I had a heart transplant in 99. Can I get and feel heartburn ?
Yes, you can and it can feel like a heart attack If you have these chest pains. Think heart first then after that is ruled out the look into heartburn
I have heart burn so bad I can’t sleep. During the day it stops me in my step and it’s getting worse.
First it is important to have the proper work-up. Your doctor needs to do a 24 hour ph study, a manometry study and an endoscopy with a biopsy. Depending on the results of those studies we can see if reflux was the actual problem.
I developed acid reflux during pregnancy and after I had the baby was born I still have problems. I am 30 should I see a doctor?
Yes, and you are young. The younger you are and the longer you will have the disease the more at risk you have for esophageal cancer
What’s the name of the honey and where can I buy it?
Manuka honey and go to your health food store.
Put the Freeze on Chronic Heartburn; Dr. James Rosser Tells You How was originally published on blackamericaweb.com
