- female
- 35 Years
- 29/01/2025
I've been dealing with chronic acidity issues for a long time, and it seems to run in my family as both my mom and dad have a history of gastric problems. It's been particularly tough after relocating to Bangalorethings have become quite unbearable lately. I generally take 150mg of Zintac after lunch, and if it's really bad, I take Omez in the morning too. However, for the past two weeks, I've been waking up with a nauseous feeling and get heartburn within an hour after breakfast. My breakfast is usually at 7 AM, and by 10 AM, the heartburn subsides but I still feel acidic. The same cycle repeats after lunch around 12:30. I even try to eat fruit in between. Things get worse after 4 PM, with more acidity but no heartburn, just a burpy sensation. I notice I have gas mostly at night, but it's not excessive. When I take Zintac after lunch and dinner, it seems to help. Could you advise on what else I might do to manage this persistent acidity?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
You may be suffering from GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Avoid spicy and acidic foods and quitreduce smoking if you are a smoker. Restrict alcohol intake to a minimum. Elevate the headside of your bed by 15-30 degrees, and do not lie down immediately after having a meal. Try to have smaller and more frequent meals and reduce teacoffee. You may need to go on a long term treatment regimen for chronic acidity, for which you should consult a physician.
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