I never had acid reflux before my life now is more painful than the stitches. I can deal with the stitches in my stomach being sore but the acid reflux feel like I'm having a heart attack in my chest will this always be this way or will it go away soon anybody has suggestions help please. Im 3 day after surgery when will i being to start feeling like normal. I'm beginning to feel like this was the wrong thing to do. Please help. Go to my Dr. On the 5th.

Sw 278.

Bo 260.

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I am the same! Never had acid reflux but now it’s an everyday occurrence. i’m about 5 weeks post op. You just have to take the acid meds apparently the reflux settles down after a while. If you’re like me and not to keen on medication try freshly squeezed lemon juice - drink like a tablespoon twice a day or when you feel it coming on. It sounds ironic but the lemon actually acts as an alkaline and balances the ph levels in your stomach. It will pass, stay strong xxx

Edited November 30, 20178 yr by Isabelle11

I'm sorry this is happening to you. Each person reacts differently in terms of acid. Some have short-term issues, others longer. I'm three years post surgery & still take Omeprazole in the morning & a Tums just before bed. Good luck!

I read approximately 6 months and 2 years are the big markers for reflux to go away due to stomach growth relieving pressure and restoration of the angle of HIS

But usually it can be treated or controlled with medication.