Melissa S asked:


My daughter is 4 weeks old and has acid reflux and I feel like I am starving. Can anyone give me ideas on what I can eat, I am currently avoiding dairy and citrus foods. So I am eating potatoes, bread, pasta and pears. So if anyone has been thought on this and can give me an idea of a diet that would be great. Seriouse answers only please, thanks.

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mummy2two asked:


i have been suffering with constant heartburn and belching for the past 5 months it came on after i started suffering with anxiety. when the heartburn is bad i get short of breath, cough,sharp ear pain,neck pain, headaches, swollen glands, cramps in my arms and legs and bad pain under my left breastbone. sorry for the long list i would appreciate any advice

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Mitchel asked:


Who can I talk to? Is there an independent organization that gives advice on this subject who does not have a bias against Chinese medicine but also is not a Chinese business person just trying to make money buy selling bogus treatments?

Any help thanks.

Although carbonated beverages cause acid reflux, this isn’t the only problem that some acid reflux sufferers are faced with. Bile reflux is another uncomfortable backflow of fluid that often accompanies acid reflux. However, instead of thrusting stomach acid back into the esophagus as is the case with acid reflux, bile reflux throws bile (a digested fluid that is made by the liver) up from the small intestine into the stomach and esophagus, causing inflammation to both.

Due to the fact that bile reflux and acid reflux can occur together, this means that the esophagus is doubly assaulted, which causes more inflammation to its lining, and puts a person at a higher risk for developing complications.

What are the symptoms of bile reflux?

- The signs and symptoms associated with bile reflux are similar to acid reflux, making it difficult to distinguish one from the other, especially when both conditions tend to occur simultaneously. That being said, unlike acid reflux, bile reflux causes inflammation within the stomach, which creates a biting, or burning pain in the upper part of the abdomen.

Other symptoms that are characterized by the condition can include:

- Frequent heartburn

- Nausea

- Vomiting bile

- An occasional cough or croakiness in the throat

Along with symptoms, bile reflux teamed with acid reflux can eventually create complications including:
- Gastritis – This is a complication that is caused by bile reflux alone. Gastritis is characterized by irritation and inflammation within the stomach. Although this isn’t typically a serious condition, in some cases it can cause stomach ulcers, bleeding, and chronic gastritis increases the risk of stomach cancer.
- GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) – Frequent attacks of heartburn may be a sign of GERD. This is when a person suffers from chronic acid reflux which can be a potentially serious issue as it may lead to a condition known as esophagitis – the inflammation of esophageal tissue.
- Barrett’s esophagus – This is a condition that occurs after long term exposure to stomach acid and/or bile and results in a change of color and tissue composition in the lower esophagus. The new cells are resistant to stomach acid but they have an increased risk of becoming cancerous.
- Esophageal stricture – Scar tissue can form in the lower esophagus, which results from frequent exposure to stomach acid and/or bile. The scar tissue can cause a stricture (a narrowing in the tube) which can lead to trouble swallowing and increase the risk of choking.
- Esophageal cancer – When the esophagus has been exposed to prolonged repetitive stomach acid and/or bile, cancer has the potential to form practically anywhere along the length of the esophagus. This is a serious and difficult form of cancer to treat.

How do you treat bile reflux and acid reflux together?

Proton Pump inhibitors – The best way to treat these conditions, especially for those who suffer from GERD and Barrett’s esophagus, is proton pump inhibitors. These are medications that are designed to block acid production. These meds can sometimes also help reduce the effects of bile reflux.

Ursodexycholic acid – This is the most common medication for treating bile reflux. Ursodexycholic acid helps to encourage bile flow.

Other medications – If bile reflux is the result of the stomach taking too long to empty, other drugs may be prescribed to improve the flow of food through the stomach

The real trouble with bile reflux is that it is hard to control. Unlike acid reflux which can be managed through diet and lifestyle changes, bile reflux can really only be controlled through specific medications or by surgery in severe cases. Unfortunately, sometimes even after treatment, bile reflux continues to plague sufferers. Thus, bile reflux may need to be treated separately from acid reflux.

By: Kathryn Whittaker

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What did you do? what treatment did you have? did it work? Thanks alot

Crackerjax asked:


I was diagnosed with GERD about ten years ago and I recently heard that there is no exception for it in the Marines. Although it hasn’t had much effect on me in about five years, will this still bar me from joining?

Roxy M asked:


I have had the feeling of nausea and burning in the throat ever since last summer and only recently figured out it is acid reflux. I have given up things like coffee and chocolate, which seemed to help for awhile, but sometimes I still get the symptoms again, no matter what I eat. It gets worse when I drink water for some reason. I tried some OTC medicine but it didn’t help that much and I can’t afford to go to the doctor’s for it. Does anyone have any home remedies or anything like that?

Sarah asked:


My 3 month old is currently on Enfamil AR for acid reflux, she is also on medication for this. Is there any other formula that anyone has used that seemed to work for infants with acid reflux?