My surgery date was 3/21 and the one thing that is killing me most is heartburn... Holy Batman it is killer... My Dr gave me meds but I am trying not to use them, I guess I should. I use the meds and when not able to take any meds, I take GasX tongue strips. Anyone else with the same issues/problems? Solutions or anything that helps?

Almost everyone takes a daily PPI, me included. There is no reason not to take it.

My surgeon requires the meds for 30 days after so avid doesn't get in the way of healing your tender new stomach, and then will keep you on them on a case by case basis.

*acid not avid...

Take the Prevacid or whatever PPI was prescribed for you. That acid is a killer and can harm your stomach and make you feel miserable. Take the PPI and you will feel a noticeable difference.

My surgery date was 3/21 and the one thing that is killing me most is heartburn... Holy Batman it is killer... My Dr gave me meds but I am trying not to use them, I guess I should. I use the meds and when not able to take any meds, I take GasX tongue strips. Anyone else with the same issues/problems? Solutions or anything that helps?

My doctor told me to take Prilosec/Omeprozole 20mg x2/day for four months post op. I am 8 weeks out and never have heartburn.

I take omeperazole once a day. At night when I lay down (even if I hadn't eaten in a while) my chest starts gurgling and making almost buzzing sounds. Then I feel super starving and empty feeling and my chest feels heavy. I wake up with the grossest taste in my mouth.. Is this heartburn??? I've never had it before surgery so I'm not sure !!!

thanks everyone, will head to the corner of healthy & happy tomorrow