Night time acid

[AHG123]

Hi My acid reflux symptoms worsened a couple of months ago. Even with 30mg of Lansoprazole in the evening and 10ml Gaviscon at bedtime I wake coughing too early and get ulcers in my throat. I am doing ALL the right things and am not overweight. Can’t be good getting ulcers (they later disappear).

[The_OPA Administrator]

So sorry to hear this. Please head to the OPA website opa.org.uk for more help and information. We have an awareness week coming up and there is loads of information and resources for you to tap into. Good luck

[Mauser1905]

GP requires to be made aware that the current method is not working and your pain is getting beyond control, and affecting your daily life.

You require GI referral to investigate your oesophagus and stomach, you should ask this to your GP.

In the meantime also Gaviscon Advance oral suspension can help you during the night to get some sleep. HOwever this is not a daily permanent measure but for now to sustain the waiting time till the GI diagnoses and further treatment.

Passive smoking is bad, alcohol, coffee tea, acid exacerbating foods/liquids/activities/lifestyle is not helpful now. Also try sleeping on elevated head, either with pillows or bed wedge to reduce the acid coming to throat in the bedtime, to certain extent.

Mental peace is essential and anxiety or stress is goign to amplify the reflux and more medications for this is counterproductive, in my view.