Heartburn Medicine Pregnancy

Q.I don't know if it's heart burn, acid reflux, or what; but I randomly get these (I think) gastric attacks where there's a pressure build up in my chest that last anywhere from 3-5 hours, and then leaves fairly abruptly. It usually, but not always, only happens if I've eaten something after 7:00. It's a steady dull pain that is slightly relieved if I sit up, so I can't lay down and sleep. I can feel it start in the evening, and always gets full blown after I go to bed. I tried Pepto, tums, rolaids, and even ibuprofin; none of which helped. Twice it has caused me to vomit, which also provided no relief. The only thing that helps is Prilosec. When I'm on the 14 day treatment, it never happens; but once I stop, it will start again. And it happens about twice a week on average. Any ideas about what I can do? (can't go to the doctor, since I am without health insurance for another few months). Is there an OTC medicine that works better than Prilosec? Can anyone help me please?

A.My husband is 30. He was diagnosed with GERD by a gastrointerologist. Your symptoms sound exactly the same. Yes Prilosect is what his doctor recommended 20mg, if the Nexium he is on now became too expensive. The doctor says it works just as well as the Nexium. The trick is to stay on it don't quit just because you feel better. There is no cure for GERD medication it the answer unless it had eroded your espohagus than surgery is an option. Otherwise stay on the prolosect until you can afford a Doc It could be a very simple heartburn or the beginning of something more significant. There is a condition called Schltkies Ring (not sure of the spelling) also called steakhouse syndrom. It is an inflamation of the lower esophgas and flares up when you eat too fast or don't chew very well. It feels like the food gets stuck and causes a lot of pressure. If it is this or some form of reflux they are easily controlled with meds. Have a doctor check. It is simple and what a relief. You forget how good it felt to eat normal.

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