My acid reflux started at week 16, almost as soon as the morning sickness had eased. I managed through to about week 20 wth chewable antacids such as Tums, Rennie and Mylanta, then graduated to the liquid Mylanta (which caused violent diarrhea) then Gaviscon. But the acid just kept getting progressivly worse. By week 26 it was unbearable to the point that I could not even keep water down and would end up retching. The doctor prescribed Zanac, which I used in conjunction with the Gaviscon, this was a lifesaver until week 30 when the horrors started again. Even when sitting or standing, after any type of food or liquid it happens. I slee sitting-up on the couch and have juststarted acupuncture and a chinese herbal medicine to try and reduce the effects (never been a believer, just started and haven't had much of a change as yet).
I'm 31 weeks now, 9 weeks of this hell to go - people tell me it's all worth it in the end, I'm sure that's true bu I'll reserve judgement!!!!!! 
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