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Are you also following a GERD friendly diet? It can be very helpful in many cases. Also consider any lifestyle changes that might be needed as well.View Thread

Yes, a burning esophagus can be related to acid reflux.
Medications can have side-effects so if the light headedness persists talk to your doc.View Thread

Not everyone has the problem, but we're finding that more people than we expect have food issues. Yes, it can be difficult to substitute for the food you love, but if it's part of your problem when you find out how much better you feel, most say it's more than worth it.
Consider checking it out. And if you decide to go the testing route, find a good doc with some knowledge of the problem. Most docs don't have a clue, and GI docs can be the worst.View Thread

And make sure you're following a GERD-friendly diet in addition to any meds your doc may consider appropriate.View Thread

Yes, it takes a bit of time, but it can be very worth it.
One of the bigger problems these days seems to be with gluten. It produces a LARGE number of symptoms that can include: fatigue, rashes, acid reflux, peripheral neuropathy, brain fog, weight gain, changes in bowel habits, etc., etc.View Thread

I can understand having pain in the chest and the arm with acid reflux, but I'm not sure how the leg pain and eye pain would fit into things. Have you been evaluated by a good physical therapist to see if the overall discomfort is muscular in origin?View Thread


Also discuss the possible use of the magnetic bead ring that some seem to find a decent alternative to a fundoplication. It has drawbacks just like the fundoplication, so do a lot of research if it's suggested.
Reglan side effects can be difficult for some, but in many cases it's worth a try.View Thread


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