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From: Naomi Gurt Lind
Subject: MED: reflux & calculated risks
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I'd appreciate feedback, especially from the MDs on this list. I have an
ongoing reflux situation and have been using Prilosec once a day for
several months. In addition, I avoid caffeine (including chocolate...boo
hoo!), citrus, alcohol, tomatoes, spicy foods, eating late, etc. I live a
very reflux-aware lifestyle, and it works pretty well most of the time. My
voice is generally very healthy.

Over the next few weeks, I have no singing gigs and was wondering what
would happen if I gave into the very strong chocolate craving (in
moderation of course) -- is there potential permanent damage to be caused
by taking reflux risks, or will it just mean that I have to lay off the
singing for a few days while I indulge?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Naomi Gurt Lind