Unexpected trigger for GERD

[Mtngrl]

I'm not complaining about this, but my GERD doesn't involve heartburn or any noticeable acid taste. I get a dry cough and I have problems talking or singing. My voice just cuts off mid-word, usually followed by a little cough. That's from acid splashing onto my larynx. Ugh.

Maybe I'm just in denial, but I don't seem to have any food or beverage triggers. I thought coffee was a problem, and quit drinking it. I'm actually glad to be free of my caffeine dependence, but it turns out it's not really the issue for me.

I do think I need to figure out how much and how often to eat. I think going too long without eating is a problem, but eating also sometimes results in symptoms.

I've been off "heavy chemo" since December. I hope I'll eventually heal from the GERD. In the meantime, it's good to share our tips and tricks.

Amy