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OESOPHAGEAL CONDITIONS

Living with GORD

If you have been diagnosed with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) based on your symptoms or through objective reflux testing, there are several approaches available to help manage your symptoms. Many people can manage their GORD symptoms by making lifestyle changes or with over-the-counter medications. In severe cases, some people may require stronger medications or surgery to relieve their symptoms.

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GORD - Doctor and Patient

Lifestyle Changes

Often, physicians suggest lifestyle changes to relieve GORD symptoms.1

Recommended lifestyle changes may include:

  • Avoiding foods and drinks that trigger symptoms
  • Avoiding eating less than three hours before bed
  • Weight management
  • Quitting smoking

Follow these steps to start your journey to treatment

 

 

STEP 01

Take the symptom quiz

Answer some simple questions about your experience living with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease GORD.

STEP 02

Discuss with your GP

Take these results to your next appointment and discuss your treatment options.​

STEP 03

Find a specialist

If your GP recommends further investigation, they will issue you with a referral to a local GI.

Take the Symptom Quiz

 

If you suffer from chronic heartburn, acid reflux, or similar symptoms, you may have GORD. Use this resource to track your symptoms. Discuss the results with a gastroenterologist — so together you can take the first step towards management. 

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GORD symptom questionnaire

Your questionnaire results

This tool is not meant to diagnose or eliminate a diagnosis for any disease or condition. The list of symptoms and risk factors is not exhaustive. Talk to your doctor for further information.


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    Question 1 of 8

    Do you often experience acid reflux or ‘heartburn’?

    Question 2 of 8

    Do you experience a backwash of food or regurgitation after eating?

    Question 3 of 8

    Do you often experience a sour taste in mouth or bad breath?

    Question 4 of 8

    Do these symptoms occur at night-time or whilst lying down?

    Question 5 of 8

    Do you have an ongoing cough?

    Question 6 of 8

    Do you have trouble swallowing?

    Question 7 of 8

    Do you experience belching, gas, and bloating after meals?

    Question 8 of 8

    Do you take over the counter medications to relieve your symptoms?

    References

    1. GORD, Gastromedicine and Endoscopy, Melbourne Australia. Available at: https://www.gastromedicine.com.au/gastro-oesophageal-reflux-disease-gord/

    Doctor and patient with stethescope

    Discuss with your GP

    The first step in finding relief from GORD is seeking help from your primary care physician. To help you get the most out of your appointment, we have compiled examples of questions you may want to ask your physician.

    Gord Game GIF

    Reflux heroes game

    Play our reflux heroes game to test your knowledge!

    1 GORD, Gastromedicine and Endoscopy, Melbourne Australia. Available at: https://www.gastromedicine.com.au/gastro-oesophageal-reflux-disease-gord/