does anyone have these symptoms?

Just found this website, wish I had found it a couple of years ago!

I suffered badly with reflux two years ago, and ended up in A&E with a suspected heart attack, I was given an ECG and that showed that I was having a heart attack. However, I did not think that I was, and the medical professionals and all the other tests said that I was not, after a few hours I was diagnosed as having a severe Gastric Reflux episode and prescribed Omeprozole and advised to go back to my GP the next day. My GP prescribed more Omeprozole and said I should feel better in a few days, she also said that I had been prescribed Omeprozole before when I had been prescribed Naproxen for my arthritic knees, to counter possible side effects from the Naproxen, however the last prescription of Naproxen I was given she did not prescribe the Omeprozole and said it was not actually necessary. I was also referred to see a cardiologist to investigate the anomalous ECG reading. I managed to see a Nurse at the Cardiac department of my local NHS Hospital who carried out the ECG test again and came up with the same reading that said I was having a heart attack, which I clearly was not, she then said that I should have further tests and suggested an angiogram! I would have to wait about twelve weeks for this and then a further period to see a Consultant to discuss the results. At this point I was really worried that I had a serious problem and might drop dead or collapse at any moment, I was not even sure if I should drive my car! After a couple of days I decided to bite the bullet and pay privately to see a Cardiologist, within half an hour of calling my local private hospital I was sitting in front of a consultant who carried out a number stress tests and confirmed that all was OK with my heart and that the problem was simply an electrical continuity issue which gave the erroneous reading. He also said that the episode had probably been caused by my taking Naproxen for my Arthritis. This than rang a couple of Bells with me, as I had experienced similar, but not so extreme, symptoms in the past, particularly when taking Naproxen.  So that's the history, now for what I have learnt over the past couple of years regarding living with reflux.

If you are taking Naproxen or other NSAID's, of which Ibuprofen is one, can cause Reflux. Omeprozole did help but after a few days I began getting bad headaches and felt sick, so I stopped taking it and these symptoms cleared up. I have avoided Naproxen ever since, as it has a list of side effects as long as a roll of wallpaper!

I carried out research online to try and find out what natural alternatives were available. The first one I found was Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, either on your food or a teaspoon in water and drink it, I tried this and it seemed to help. The next was to cut out caffeine, again this seemed to help.

Foods that I avoid are 'fruity' wines ands beers, very spicy foods, sauces and 'heavy' meats such as steak that take a lot of digesting. Also, I try not to eat too late in the evening, so that gravity helps with my digestion and is well on its way before going to bed. I try to eat 'lighter' more easily digestible foods such as fish with plain veg, and do not overdo the portion size. I have also found that a sensible breakfast is the most important meal of the day. For breakfast I have a bowl of natural porridge with grated Ginger and a teaspoon of honey in it, this has had an amazing effect on both my stomach and my inflammation caused by my Arthritis, its the best thing so far!! I have noticed in some of the replies that some people have complained about sinusitis, well I have had this for the past year and had been unable to clear it up until I started taking Ginger every day, its now gone completely! Also, I have had a Ganglion on my wrist for the past seven years, this too has now disappeared. Both these are related to inflammation. Ginger is also recommended for help with stomach ulcers. 

I notice that some reply's also suggest more exercise, I have found this to be helpful as well, particularly

swimming, I always feel so much better after a good swim.

I appreciate that each of us will find different things that help us, and that it is a matter of trial and error to find what helps. I hope that some of you will find my experience of help, and wish you all the best.