Hi Charmaine, It definitely sounds like you have acid reflux or GERD. Here is some information that might help you ask all the right questions when it's time to see your doctor. Remember, that while online sites like Health Central are wonderful resources for information, they can not take the place of your doctor's solid medical advice.   You can read about GERD here in the overview and you can check your symptoms here in the symptoms database. Since your doctor prescribed medication for GERD, you can read about them here in the drugs database. Specifically you mentioned Omeprazole, Lanzoprazole and Gaviscon which is an over the counter antacid. You can also research treatments available and alternatives here in the treatments database.    Here are some helpful tips when you are having issues with heartburn or Acid Reflux.   People with heartburn should first try lifestyle and dietary changes. In one study, 44% of patients who experienced symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) reported improvement after changing their diet. Some suggestions are the following: People with heartburn should avoid or reduce consumption of foods and beverages that contain caffeine, chocolate, peppermint, spearmint, and alcohol. Both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee increase acid secretion. All carbonated drinks increase the risk for GERD. Although physicians often advise patients with GERD to cut down on fatty foods, studies are finding no evidence that a low-fat or high-fat meal make any difference in symptom exacerbation. Better studies are needed to confirm this. In any case, as a rule, it is always wise to avoid saturated fats (which are from animal products), and cut down on all fats if one is overweight. Increasing protein may help strengthen muscles in the muscle valve. Patients should choose low-fat or skim dairy products, poultry, or fish, in such cases. Whole grain products rich in selenium may have some protective role against dangerous cells changes in Barrett's esophagus. Patients should have a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, although avoid acidic vegetables and fruits (e.g., oranges, lemons, grapefruit, pineapple**, tomatoes). Do stay in touch with your doctor because only you and he together can best manage your health. Please stay in touch with us too and let us know how you are doing!Vicki M