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Originally Posted by BarryRX
Whatever recipe you get, add some omeprazole to it! Only kidding, but seriously, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is no laughing matter. It can cause erosion of the esophagus. Some of the drugs mentioned here are called H2 agonists, and they may work we'll for a time, but some people can build up a tolerance to them quickly. Some others are called proton pump inhibitors (PPI's). They take longer to start to work, but if taken regularly are usually quite effective. Please see a gastroenterologist or talk with your primary care doctor about this. Hope you feel better soon!
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I agree. Generally when you ask a doctor to treat Acid Reflux or Gerd he/she will tell you that an over the counter medicine containing omeprazole taken EVERY day will stop the symptoms. I was told by the nurse at the colonoscopy place, do what the doctor says, I see what untreated Gerd looks like here working with peoples intestines.
Most doctors will not scope you unless the problem is severe and then you are sedated and don't feel anything.and it is over in a short time. Here is a link. Don't let it continue, it CAN hurt you
Long-Term Effects of Acid Reflux | eHow
P.S. I am not a medical person but I am a card carrying mom.