Hi,

I would like to urge you to get help and not ignore your symtoms. I did and it turned into GERD. I don't know about uclers. I guess coming to terms with the damage that has been done to my system makes me feel very strongly about you getting help. If you have a chance to prevent the the problem - take it now. My GERD and highial hernia(spelling) gives me symptoms that you are describing. So instead of saying acid refux (no big deal) - it is a big deal down the road... Mine got so bad that acid splashed into my lungs and that did damage.

My PF doctor recently told me to take 2pepcid AC at once- though the dose said 1...... Pls check with your own doctor. But this helped - not enough but better. I also started drinking the acid reduced Flogers ( love my coffee).I started eating instant oatmeal made with milk first thing in the morning - sort of soaks up the acid (though not my favorite breakfast). Eating dry toast - not butter also helps.

Going on a fish/rice diet helped. My T recommended this - JASMINE rice with a mild fish and peas - it does help if you're able to do it. Just mix everyting together.

Hope this helps and that you are able to find a solution.
Sincerely,
Lu