I have had GERD for about 3 years. Lately I am having spasms and cramping in my throat. I Reflux all day long.

Hello, Anon. Thank you for your message!

I don't know your age or general health or how long you have had GERD, but if you find that you’re having heartburn more regularly, it’s a good idea to alert your doctor so they can help you get your symptoms under control.

If you suffer from chronic heartburn and basic OTC medications don’t seem to be helping, your doctor may recommend a simple gastrointestinal workup to see what’s going on. Heartburn medications can mask symptoms of an underlying condition like Barrett's esophagus, a serious esophageal disorder, or even cancer, so it’s important to figure out what’s going on sooner rather than later.

Your heartburn is likely just that, heartburn, which can at times flare up, but it’s important to check in with your doctor just in case. If nothing else, they’ll help you get your digestive discomfort under control.

Avoiding certain foods may also help with GERD. See the resource below:

https://www.healthline.com/health/gerd/diet-nutrition#helpful-foods

Helena