mindy79 3 Posted May 13, 2015 I'm almost 1 month Post Op.... I've been experiencing the worse heart Burns... I was told it will get better but the questions is When? Can anyone relate? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanyonBaby 1,852 Posted May 13, 2015 I'm guessing you are experiencing acid. Are you on an acid reducer? If not, ask your nurse for either a prescription, or a suggested over-the-counter brand. If you ARE on one already, ask about upping the dosage. Good luck to you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terribj 208 Posted May 13, 2015 i still get heartburn after a year, but it isn't as bad. I took an acid reducer for 3 months before it finally subsided where I didn't need it every day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butterflyhigh 504 Posted May 13, 2015 I had heartburn nearly daily for several monhs after surgery...maybe 9 or so. It was almost always because I wasnt chewing my food enough and eating too fast. It was a real motivation to SLOW DOWN while eating. I am now 11 months post-op and only occasionally have to eat tums or rolaids. It does resolve itself in most cases. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladys62 64 Posted May 13, 2015 Get a PPI (proton pump inhibitor) or an acid reducer ASAP!! My surgeon didn't think I needed one and I suffered until I couldn't swallow pills from swelling. I changed from the apathetic surgeon to an amazing GI specialist who has me straightened out! NO heartburn and I can EAT!! Don't get where I was. That was hell! I couldn't drink 20 oz a day! After a month on a major (new) PPI and Carafate FOUR times a day I'm alive! Do NOT suffer needlessly. It will damage you! If your surgeon won't help find another doctor. It saved my life! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mommabird 367 Posted May 13, 2015 My surgeon requires all his patients to take either a prescription PPI or an over the counter acid reducer for life. I haven't had a single instance of acid reflux or heartburn and I'm almost six months out from gastric bypass surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mindy79 3 Posted May 14, 2015 Thanks everyone for your input I was taking acid reducer chewable otc but it wasn't working I called my doctor today and right away he prescribed me something ) hope I won't have to take it for too long Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
