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andrekua2
post Mar 27 2024, 12:10 PM

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I think my cousin had this. Is this where the 'cap' to the stomach remained in 'open' position and the acidic stuffs flow the reverse way when lying down?
andrekua2
post Mar 27 2024, 12:27 PM

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QUOTE(shaniandras2787 @ Mar 27 2024, 12:16 PM)
Yeah, the "cap" is called the "lower esophageal sphincter".

Not only that it allows the gastric juice to flow back wards when lying down but also allows the acid to escape from the stomach even when standing up right causing the burning sensation called "heart burn".

How long has your cousin been having it and how is he/she holding up?
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Im not too sure when he had it. He resigned not long after mco and later over heard my brother sharing his health problem. I think I could possibly also have this symptom sometimes when I burped continously after having certain meals. Previously I dont have this problem but I think it started after I went for a few chiro session. After one of the session, I felt much easier to breath but always felt like gassy ever since. Personally I change my hating habit by skipping lunch and it seems to be better nowadays. As for my cousin, I think doctor told him to reduce meals portion since he used to gallop every leftovers whenever we went for group lunches.

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post Mar 27 2024, 12:47 PM

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QUOTE(shaniandras2787 @ Mar 27 2024, 12:41 PM)
Reducing meal portions seems like the first thing that all doctors would advise.

Are you aware of his condition now (whether it improved or worsen) and is he on any medication?
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Better but is skinnier as a result. Medication wise Im not sure.

For me, I also try not to eat full/too full for dinner. Im a late sleeper (or rather early? 1-2am) so now I take junks or chocolate if I feel hungry. I also try to reduce intakes of cakes with cream.
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post Mar 27 2024, 01:31 PM

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QUOTE(shaniandras2787 @ Mar 27 2024, 01:04 PM)
Good to hear that there are positive news to his new regime. I wished I could talk to him regarding his current condition and how he has been coping. It is going to be a relieve knowing that GERD is not a death sentence.

I read that high fat food (eg: chocolate/junk food) will increase the risk of contracting GERD so you better watch out before it is too late.
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Thanks for sharing... I will try to experiment with it and see if its true.

I did tried a recommendation from a friend, drinking hurix gastro aid after every meal. It did help with the gassy feeling somewhat but kinda expensive to drink long term.

This post has been edited by andrekua2: Mar 27 2024, 01:33 PM

 

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