newbie --Nexium Rebound

I am 24, was put on ppi's b/c I had a mild stitch like gnawing feeling in the middle of the stomach (brought on by stress)..I believe it was made worse by worrying what it was and when I was put on the first PPI (Protonix) for 1 month and half..it gave me worst abdominal pain. Hopped off Protonix 40 mg and was fine for 2 days..then I hit a rebound (along w/ stress) and I was taking nothing so it was horrible (bad stomach pain, refluxing and lpr..which I had never had before). Got on Nexium 40mg..things leveled out after about 4 weeks..which is when I had an endoscopy which found everything was fine.

Then I quit Nexium 40 mg cold turkey after 10 weeks (b/c I was doing fine)..which is where I am now. Except this time I am taking Pro DGL (100mg-3 times daily) and probiotics to help, trying to eliminate worry/stress as much as possible..and hoping the burping and mild stomach pain will end.

I am on day 18 and still have some burning upper abdominal pain (started day 4) and burping.  I have my up's and downs throughout the day.  Just wondering when I might round the corner based on other people's experiences.  I was tracking with Lisams's progress since her expereince was very similar to mine...hopefully she'll show back up soon!  I appreciate any insight anyone has to give!

Hi Tiger,
So sorry you're experiencing heartburn problems. I know that once you're feeling better after being on a PPI the temptation is to try it without the medication. However, you need to keep in mind that the physical cause (probably a weak LES that allows stomach acid into your esophagus--causing heartburn) remain after you stop taking the medication that has been prescribed.

Acid refluxing into the esophagus can cause damage to the delicate tissue there. If you're experiencing heartburn, it's telling you that acid is escaping into your esophagus, and you're at risk for damage.

Have you been to a GI doctor about your stomach? Chronic heartburn can cause problems, so you want to keep it in control.
Everyone here knows what you're going through. I'm sure you'll get lots of support from members here.
I hope you feel better soon!