Non-medical treatment may include: losing weight, quitting smoking, limiting
irritating foods like citrus and spices, eating smaller meals, and elevating
the head while lying down. Your doctor will also talk to you about prescribing
medicines designed to decrease GERD. In some cases surgery might be required
(National Jewish Medical and Research
Center).
If you have any of the symptoms described above and suspect you may have
GERD, get to your doctor for treatment as soon as possible to prevent further
damage to your esophagus.
The organizations and websites listed at the bottom of this page will also help
give you more information. Beware of some websites run by pharmaceutical
companies, the information may be biased.