Acid Reflux or Sinus Drainage???

Posted By Michele on January 18, 1999 at 09:44:23:







I have had recurring episodes of sinus infections.
I have developed a pain in my chest, like someone hit it hard.
Due to my sinus infections I have taken eight different antibotics in a period of 9 monts. 5 different nasal sprays and also Robutussin to help drain. However, I have developed also a sore throat and raw itchy sensations in my throat and in my chest. The dr. concluded I have acid reflux. I did have a barium swallow done and a scope down my throat to my stomach and everything was fine. My symptoms seem to diminish for a while and now after sinus treatment again they have resurfaced. Am I causing the problem with the antibotics, nasal sprays and robutussin. Also, I had started to drink decaf coffee after going totally off regular coffee. What should I do to heal myself?
The doctor gave me 40 mg Pepcid at bedtime use but I am really sick of mixing all of the medicine. All of these conditions with a few personal problems have made my nerves frazzled. The doctor also gave me Ativan for nerves, which I don't really want to take.
You see I don't like meds. Most of them don't agree with me.
Can you offer some advice?
Thank You!
P.S. What should I avoid ???