Posted 2/22/2015 6:03 PM (GMT 0)
Yes it is definitely possible, stress is known to increase stomach acid production which goes on to cause inflammation in the stomach and esophagus. But whilst it can be a trigger, once it has set off your digestive distress it is likely reducing stress alone wont cause your problems to go away, you also need to treat the symptoms and inflammation. Im shocked he has written it off as stress though without a thorough investigation, he should at least do an endoscopy and look to see if you have any serious damage like an ulcer. The treatment is the same, but it puts your mind at ease. Im even more shocked hes put you on an antipsychotic, obviously Im just a random person on the internet who doesnt know you, but these drugs are serious. An anti depressent alone is where id expect them to start if something psychological is suspected. Drs are very quick to diagnose stress, but there are other things like food intolerances or just your diet that can just as easily be to blame.
Secondly on the acid reducer, is it mainly reflux or the stomach that is the problem? I ask because if its the stomach it would be worth trying a natural remedy first, I find slippery elm and cabbage juice cures my stomach pain better than any drug. And once you start acid blocking drugs they are difficult to get off. I regret ever starting them because now my stomach csnt tolerate even moderate acidity.
Thirdly id search around to find ehat foods to have and ehat to avoid for reflux and gastritis, that will likely make a huge difference to how your stomach feels.