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Posted 1/14/2020 9:10 PM (GMT 0)
I'm 54 and have vomited once or twice a day 4-5 times a week for about 15 years. Can this cause gerd I have stopped vomiting over last couple of months when started reflux. now last two weeks throat feels dry and sore and feels as have lump in throat but can swallow although sometimes get sternal pain after eating also have anxiety which not helping.Recent treatment for h ply awaiting breath test results to make sure it's gone. Any suggestions ?
Posted 1/15/2020 5:07 AM (GMT 0)
Hello!
I am not a health professional, but I have read that yes, bulimia can cause GERD because of the pressure it puts on the LES when you force a vomit. Be sure to disclose this to your GI and ask questions about your condition. Best of wishes and healing to you.
ChillyGirl
Posted 1/15/2020 12:17 PM (GMT 0)
It absolutely can cause GERD and potential irritation/damage to your esophagus. Was your H. pylori diagnosed via an endoscopy? Have you discussed your past vomiting issues and new symptoms with your doctor, what was his/her suggestions?

Sharon
Posted 1/15/2020 7:50 PM (GMT 0)
Seeing doc tomorrow and hopefully will organise endoscopy H. Pylori dx by bloods had treatment now waiting for results of breath test to see if gone. Told them about vomiting but was sort of brushed aside this has given me the kick up the backside to stop!
Nurse 999
Posted 1/16/2020 1:11 PM (GMT 0)
Nurse999:

Good luck, and let us know how you are doing.

Sharon
Posted 2/14/2020 5:16 AM (GMT 0)
So had my endoscopy a few days ago had been put on omeprazole 40mg took 20 in morning and evening for 2 weeks then 1 a day from 7 days before scope and felt better anxiety and stomach wise also commenced HRT same time so maybe that helped. On scope found 3 healed ulcers and one nearly healed all else clear so advised to commence 40mg omeprazole again for 1month. First day felt great til I took 2nd dose and stomach felt bloated and uncomfortable next day anxiety increased with headache wondered if it was omeprazole as read of some side effects rang gp who said unlikely but changed me to lanzoprolol 60mg daily. Anyone had this problem! Head space been so good for 2 weeks don't want to go back there...

Post Edited (Nurse999) : 2/13/2020 10:19:04 PM (GMT-7)

Posted 2/14/2020 5:21 AM (GMT 0)
Also breath test H pylori came back negative but took 4 biopsies around ulcers sites to double check...
Posted 2/14/2020 12:43 PM (GMT 0)
I would continue with the medication, and try taking some anti-gas medication containing simethicone.
Posted 4/3/2020 8:50 AM (GMT 0)
Hi all just been told have gastropahy and intestinal metaplasia and been referred to gastro still had problems till 7 days ago and now feeling good will be discussing results with gp on 7th. Since all this started have had intermittent sore throat which has worsened over last week now feels difficult to swallow hard things ie Apple boiled sweet can feel it going down my whole neck feels tense right side of throat looks a little red this is ranking up my anxiety any suggestions please surely as endoscopy done feb would have shown something up if it was something serious!

Post Edited (Nurse999) : 4/3/2020 4:34:09 AM (GMT-6)

Posted 4/4/2020 5:11 PM (GMT 0)
Do you actually have bulimia? I suggest you start your own thread, as you may get more reviews, and helpful suggestions. I would start a GERD-friendly diet and also keep a food diary to try and identify your trigger foods. Also remember that anxiety can cause/make your symptoms feel worse.

Post Edited (SharonZ) : 4/11/2020 1:24:40 PM (GMT-6)

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