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acid reflux
I have really BAD acid reflux, sometimes to the point where it's unbearable, and it hurts my throat so bad i can't even breathe. My question is how can I treat this? I've already tried just every OTC medication out there, including the popular "Tums" and "Rolaids" -- tried it all. I CAN'T go to a DOCTOR because my parents don't understand.
And some things to help you out:
*I rarely ever eat spicy foods - anything that triggers stomach acids to go up the digestive tract.
*It occurs anytime, anywhere, no matter how I stand, sit or lay. It worsens when I exercise.
*Even not eating at all triggers it, drinking lots of water or beverages that do not contain acids still trigger it.
So what should I do, and how can I treat this? And if you REALLY think I need a Doctor (which I'm sure I do), how can I persuade my parents into taking me?
But it would still be awesome to read advice on treatment at home and certain limitations or methods -- anything at all would be great.
Thanks in advance!
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Definitely go and see a gastroenterologist or ENT specialist because ongoing gastric reflux can do bad things to your throat, airways and even your lungs if inhaled at night. Also, the acid can cause cancer over time and spasms in your airway.
There is a brand new test available for monitoring reflux in the airway, which can be used to measure how severe your reflux is and how effective a therapy is (do a search on airway reflux detection to find out more info).
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i have been struggling with that same problem recently.. and at first my mom didnt believe me bacause she didnt think that people my age have it but i finnaly went to the doctor and heres something that i have been doing to help controll it..
1. eat yogurt every morning
2. exersize regularly
3. smaller meal porporsions
4. balanced diet.. NO junk food
5. prevacid (perscription) before dinner
and 6. pepcid complete before bed
you really should see a doctor about this soon, because you could grow nodes (like myself) which may become cancerous at a later date.
good luck
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Hey,
I had the same problem in the past...and it takes a combination of things to help...
1) Eat smaller meals, several times a day.
2) When you do eat avoid, fast food or raw vegtables, or anything greasy.
3) Try not to eat at least 4 hours before bedtime, and sleep with a few pillows so that your raised up some what.
4) Avoid any drinks or foods with caffine.
5) I would recommend going to gnc and getting some aloe Vera Juice, it works wonders on the digestive tract.
If these things don't help, tell your parents that you think you have acid reflux, many people have it, if they think a doctor is too expensive, you can get them to take you to the health department they have a doctor there, that will treat you for a small amount of money, and you could get your prescriptions free or at very little cost...be sure to stay on top of this, because un treated this could become a big problem for your health...Granny
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Well, I would still try to see a doctor if this is persistent and ongoing.
I go through a lot of this myself. My epiglottis(?) is jacked up from acid (and alcohol I've been told) so it doesnt work right. Also my family has a history of having the stomach lining growing up into the throat or somesuch [Link](Mouse over link to see full location) And, we've has a couple of family members die of esophageal (sp?) cancer.
Antacids are only a quick fix, and I've been told that huge doses of them (like I take) are actually bad for you over the long term. You need to see a Gastroenterologist to see whats up, and to possibly get something like Nexium which is the bomb. I'm not on a prescription, but I snake a few now and again from family when my reflux gets too bad, and its a world of difference believe me.
With me, I cant keep anything down period - so often anything like water can 'raise' the amount of stuff in my stomach, which raises stomach acid upwards. I have to eat smaller meals, and not eat before I go to bed unless I want my stomach contents trying to rush up. Also, a lot of odd stuff really kills me: Gatorade, greasy foods, a lot of spices like Paprika if there is a lot of it, and even chocolate.
But anyways, first you need to work on your parents to go see the doctor or wait until you are 18 and go on your own. I'd also suggest trying to track down an OTC version of Nexium/Prilosec or somesuch [Link](Mouse over link to see full location)
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