LPR is usually treated with medicines that reduce stomach acid, or a medication that can turn off stomach acid completely. These medicines are taken two to four times a day, usually before meals. Most patients with LPR require some treatment, most of the time, and some people need medicine all of the time. Some people recover completely for months or years, and then may have a relapse. Most of the people who have this surgery, get good relief from LPR for many years.
Smoking causes reflux.
Do not lie down, just after eating . . . You should be on a low-fat diet. Limit your intake of red meat. Limit your intake of butter. Avoid fried foods.