You’ve exhausted over-the-counter remedies.
You’re running out of things to eliminate from your diet.
You don’t know what else to do, but you’re tired of treating the symptoms.
You just want your reflux gone.

When should I see a doctor?

Heartburn symptoms are very common in the U.S. and many may feel like taking antacids daily is simply a part of life. If you suffer from chronic heartburn or similar symptoms, you may have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), more commonly known as acid reflux. GERD happens when food and liquid from the stomach moves back up into the esophagus, causing irritation.

 

 

 

Reflux Symptoms:

• Heartburn or burning in the chest
• Regurgitation (food coming back up)
• Long term, daily use of antacids
• Chest pain
• Nausea after eating
• Sour taste in mouth
• Coughing, choking, or wheezing
• Difficulty swallowing
• Hiccups
• Belching or burping excessively
• Hoarseness or change in voice
• Sore throat
• Feeling that food is stuck behind the breastbone

If you want to take control of your symptoms, consultations with acid reflux specialists Dr. Greg Gerrish and Dr. Jacob Schaeffer are available. During your appointment, you can discuss your options, including diagnostic testing to better manage your treatment.

 

Schedule a personalized consultation with Dr. Gerrish or Dr. Schaeffer by calling the General Surgery Clinic at the Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic: 605-882-6864.

 

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Diagnostic Services  Reflux Treatment

 

During a consultation with Dr. Gerrish or Dr. Schaeffer you can discuss your symptoms and next steps to manage your acid reflux.  Next steps could include diagnostic testing to find the best, personalized treatment option. Treatments include nonsurgical options like acid-reducing medicines, diet, and lifestyle changes and surgical solutions, including the innovative LINX system. 

LINX Reflux Management System

The LINX® System is a treatment option for patients with chronic acid or GERD. It is a small, flexible ring of magnetic, titanium beads placed around a patient’s existing weak esophageal sphincter. The beads pull together to inhibit reflux by helping to close the esophageal sphincter and restore the body’s natural reflux barrier. For eating, swallowing, belching, or vomiting, the beads expand and separate to allow passage.

LINX is placed around the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) during a minimally invasive procedure. During the procedure, patients are placed under general anesthesia and LINX is placed. The entire procedure typically takes less than an hour and patients are discharged either the same or next day and can resume a normal diet.

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