I hope the rest of your night goes smoothly for you. How awful.
I'll think about you during the night. I don't think I'll be sleeping very well either - my first head cold of the winter. Rather have a head cold than a tube down my throat.
I recently read under Mayo.com about a new procedure for GERD's. I'll check for the article for you. I believe the difference between GERD's and acid reflux is acid reflux occurs occasionally. GERD's is a medical condition that can lead to Barrett's Esophagus.