There are several factors that determine how long it may take before you start to feel better if you experience GERD. These include the form of medication you’re taking, the damage that has been brought on by gastroesophageal reflux disease prior to diagnosis, and how well you adhere to a diet free of food that trigger your symptoms. That being said, with the proper treatment you will probably start to notice that your GERD symptoms lessen as time goes on. Although you might not be able to cure GERD completely, you will likely be able to have control over your symptoms successfully.