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Tracy Davenport

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posted 06/25/2008, comment (1)

Acid Reflux & GERD Medications

Many of the questions submitted on this site are from readers asking about acid reflux medications. I understand why. Medications used to treat reflux are numerous and come in many different varieties, and which medicines to take can be very confusing. Never-the-less, it is critically important that you understand the which, how, and when... Read moreChevron
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Todd Eisner

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posted 06/25/2008, comments (0)

GERD Questions: Hiatal Hernia and Schatzki's ring

I suffer from reflux, underwent an upper GI series, and have been told that I have a paraesophageal hiatal hernia. I have an appointment with a gastroenterologist, but my internist said that I might need surgery. My symptoms aren't that bad. Should I be concerned?   Hiatal hernias are defects in the diaphragm that allow the stomach to... Read moreChevron
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posted 06/24/2008, comments (0)

The Turning Point: When Katie Stopped Eating

Read part I, II and III in this series:   Katie's First Days with Acid Reflux Katie's First Weeks with Acid Reflux Katies First Months with Acid Reflux   When Katie stopped eating at four months, it took a few days for us to get worried. We had heard about the babies in an earthquake who survived six days without food or water... Read moreChevron
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posted 06/23/2008, comment (1)

The Funny Side of Acid Reflux

During the dark days of dealing with my daughter's severe Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and asthma, I didn't think reflux was so funny. At times, I even lost my sense of humor. I have learned that reflux, like any other condition can make me laugh out loud (LOL). I offer you some of my favorite humorous moments from the world of... Read moreChevron
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posted 06/22/2008, comments (2)

Vocal cord erosion due to gerds

Wow, am I glad I found this site. I have been living with very bad gerds now for 4 years. I try to sleep sitting up in a chair at night. I am on 40mg of nexium twice daily. I am now going for throat surgery due to the acid reflux. I have seeked a second opinion at the University of Penn Hospital and I go on 7/17/08. I am really scared of all that... Read moreChevron
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