If so, get yourself checked out. Your condition may be more than common indigestion. I talk about ways to manage and treat GERD in my column this week in TIME Magazine .
More powerful medication can do the trick and surgery can be an option too.
Keeping yourself informed, however, is the best first step. The web offers detailed information on GERD and what you can do to assess if you have, and if so, what you should do about it. Here are some sites to get you started. Esophageal Reflux Disease, including a complete introduction to the disease, frequently asked questions about it, and an exhaustive archive of articles on the topic. It also provides tips on managing this uncomfortable condition, such as through diet and with simpler steps such as head elevation.