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The extract below from reflux md are very wise words. What do you all think?
When considering medication as a treatment option for reflux disease, remember that no drug can provide permanent relief. Though these medications can help control symptoms, they do not address the cause of acid reflux, a damaged or defective LES. Additionally, complications of reflux disease such as Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal cancer are not addressed through medication. Remember that, improving your diet, losing weight, and making other lifestyle modifications can have a profound effect on your day-to-day symptoms and well being, without exposing you to potential side effects or health complications. Consult your doctor before beginning any treatment regimen for reflux disease.
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pamela81695 rex_44766
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Wise words and so very true. Only problem is the doctors are not clued up on this wide spread problem. Wish the doctors; specialists included; would stop pumping us with the PPi's and set us onto the right track; instead we have to monitor and test everything ourselves.
I have had to insist and pester my Asian doctor for the referral to the ENT and the Endoscopy !!! He's the @$%&? doctor, not me!
The Specialist ENT wanted me to take on Speach Therapy and take anti depressants!!! Never any mention of controlling it with a different diet.
thanks for the post; every little bit helps.
rex_44766 pamela81695
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mo04226 rex_44766
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pat00533 rex_44766
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Thanks for your comments on slippery elm - I haven't tried it yet, but organic apple cider vinegar seems to be quite effective. I've also heard that cider vinegar mixed with bicarbonate of soda in a glass of water is successful - any comments?
I'm hoping that my impending visit to ENT will reveal what the underlying problem is and whether I will be able to deal with it without PPIs or H2s which don't seem to agree with me.
julie03582 pat00533
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pamela81695 pat00533
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Ihave read in a Reflux forum that you never mix ACV with Bi Carb as a drink!!
This combination is used for cleaning anything, mainly showers and sinks. Wonderful to unblock a drain!!
I believe in Dr. Google and if you Google the combination referring to reflux you will find it is not recommended to be taken as a medicine.
good luck,
rex_44766 julie03582
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pamela81695 rex_44766
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