Newly diagnosed

Maiya

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Joined : Jul 2016

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Posted 7/10/2016 11:01 PM (GMT 0)

As I type this, my stomach is bubbling. Every night I feel the same sensation and wake up several times during the night with heartburn. My primary doctor couldn't see me and I went to a urgent care center. I was told to take zantac twice a day but it's only effective during the day. I haven't had a complete night's sleep in 3 weeks (symptoms started 3 weeks ago and I've been on the medicine for just over a week). Is it possible I don't have GERD and have something much worse? I'm asking because I had family over a few days ago and got a little emotional. I felt the worst pain in the pit of my stomach and stopped crying. Does it take a while for this medicine to take effect or should I go and have actual testing done? Urgent care checked my blood pressure and listened to my chest\stomach. The doctor also pressed on my stomach. No other tests were done.

SharonZ

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Joined : Mar 2014

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Posted 7/11/2016 1:25 PM (GMT 0)

Maiya:

I would schedule an appointment with your Primary doctor. Yes, it does take a while for medication to take place, but you do need to change your diet. You might want to search for a GERD-friendly diet on these forums. Also, keep a food diary and try and establish what your trigger foods are. We aren't medical professionals, but can tell you about our own experiences. As far as having testing done, let your primary physician give you directives. I know it seems like forever, but your symptoms have only been over the past 3 weeks.

Good Luck, Sharon

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