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Drake.204

posted 12/29/2008, comments (5)

2 failed surgeries and every medication in the book, help appreciated

Hello, my name is Devin, I am 22 years old,and I have been living with acid reflux and a hiatal hernia for over 3 years now. I have tried almost every medication you can think of, including prilosec, zantac, zegrid, aciphex, prevacid and protonics ; I have not tried nexium because it is not covered by my health insurance. I had a nissan fundo a... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/11/2008, comments (0)

GERD - treatments and lifestyles that help

I have GERD and asthma. I also find that treating both is usually best. I like fluticasone for my post nasal drip (you snort it once or twice daily as needed). Aciphex is my current PPI (for gerd). Your doctor will probably tell you to avoid eating (or drinking) at least 1 hour (I prefer 3 hours) before bed. I love... Read more Chevron

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1 Cricopharyngeal Myotomy, 1 Nissen & 1 revision CP Myotomy soon

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posted 10/23/2008, comments (3)

Nissen Fundoplicaton Surgery Questions

My situation is very complicated. The surgeon said I must have my throat operated on first for cricopharngeal achalesia and fixing a pocket (diverticuli) where food gets stuck and makes swallowing difficult, then I can have the Fundo surgery after that. When he does the Nissen Fundo surgery he said he will have to remove my g-tube... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/13/2008, comment (1)

Calcium and PPI medications

Calcium is an essential mineral in the human body. It is needed for the proper formation of bones and teeth and is also found in the blood and other cells where it regulates metabolic functions. When previous headlines blared about the increased risk of hip fractures with PPI use many AR patients began to worry. I have also had... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/28/2008, comments (0)

Dr. Eisner answers your GERD questions: Best time to take Aciphex?

When is the best time to take my Aciphex? Typically, the best time to take Aciphex and other proton pump inhibitors for gastroesophageal reflux disease are best taken in the morning. By doing so, acid suppression for 24 hours is commonly achieved. While most patients only need once a day therapy, some patients will need a second... Read more Chevron

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