If you read this, I was wondering how you're doing. I saw your post to outlaw, saying that your acidity was acting up and you were going to the doctor to get checked again. I have many of the same problems it sounds like you have. Sticking pains in the sternum area, nausea sometimes, hot flashes, gas bloating. I had real bad acid when this started for me. Just wondering how you are, and if you've found anything that helps. I take a PPI now for 5 months, but I still get alot of problems. I supplement with OTC antacids, and I have to eat all the time to prevent the pain.