Thanks, Sharon. I understand that you aren't doctors. I thought this was a place to discuss things that haven't been solved by our doctors, and that other forum members might be going through.... And...
Hi everyone, my LPR started about ten years ago, when my hormone changes started...I suffered a lot and tried diet changes and meds, and then it got better. Recently, after a cold, my LPR returned...
I read this! Interesting!...
Hi all, I used to get sore buttocks/legs when I lay around too much (I have some sleep and fatigue issues), but haven't gotten it in a while. The past four nights, I keep awakening from sore, achy...
Melatonin targets serotonin receptors, 80% of which are in our gut, so it's not weird that it can make our guts messed up! Happened to me twice, I won't go near it again...;)...
Hi all, I was diagnosed with cervical spondylosis recently, after having a lot of weakness and pain in neck. Had x-ray which shoes some deterioration and a couple of discs possibly rubbing. I am 50....
Libelula, so sorry to hear about your issues. Can I ask who did your stretta? I've heard about opening the Pyloric sphincter if it's too tight, but sorry to hear that this opened a whole slew of...
Thanks, David. Where did you initially read about L-Tryptophan/melatonin as helpful to GERD/reflux?...
That's a good idea, the sublingual melatonin! Can I ask what brand/dosage you use of L-Tryptophan? Ah, just remembered you have another thread about all that, I think...!...
Interesting! Melatonin makes my stomach very, very upset (weird), unfortunately, but Tryptophan I could try!...
I'm having the emptying scan tomorrow, and no water for four hours before it? I don't think I can wake up and not drink water. What is the purpose of not having water?? Also, seems that four hours is...
Yes, I am having other testing as well. Did it show anything? Or, what tests allowed your docs to make a diagnosis?...
Has anyone gotten a specific diagnosis based on the Barium swallow?...
Thank you, all! Feeling better now....
I'm supposed to have one tomorrow after a Gastric Emptying Scan. Worrying myself too much by reading posts about people getting sick, constipated for days, etc. from the barium. Is it worthwhile?...
Hi all, Definitely have LPR and some stomach emptying issues... Awakened early this morning, still exhausted from going to bed late (have trouble feeling 'sleepy' when having reflux, slow emptying,...
Yes, I find exercise can trigger it......
Do you have anxiety around work? Sounds like that might be fueling your GERD!...
Thanks, Sharon!...
Hyospe, so sorry to hear of your struggles. Hugs. I know the docs recommend H2 Blockers (like Pepcid, Zantac) to wean off the PPIs. Maybe they would take the edge of things... Also, I'm not sure if...
Sorry, Sharon, you're right--EGD is the endoscopy. For some reason, someone told me EGD was abbreviation for the esophageal motility test...and now I know that's not correct. Ugh. Too many tests! So,...
Actually the EGD is not an endoscopy--it's a swallowing/motility test. I know that is required. I don't believe a Barium PLUS endoscopy is needed--they are both intended to show same thing. But I...
Hi all, My reflux/digestive issues started five years ago, and I had an endoscopy to rule things out (all clear). I'm working with a new doc now, as my reflux (LPR) and slow digestion is really bad...
Ahh..You're right, A94, it's a trial at this point. But hopefully it'll become approved soon! Do you mind giving the name of your GI? Always interested to know of GIs who are knowledgeable in GI...
PPIs aren't really good for us, unless you're in the small percentage of people who have ulcers or actually produce too much acid. We need acid to digest food! Most reflux is not result of too much...
Thanks, Macs. I did have that nasal endoscopy--to check out irritation in throat, etc, right? It went much better than I'd expected. Ok, I'll do this...:)...
Ugh. I dread this test. There is no alternative, is there? And it seems pretty important to determining what's going on with the LES, right? And the esophagus?...
Thanks for the reply, A94! I totally understand going with procedures that have the most research/results. I guess Stretta is a little newer. I have to research the LINX more... Are you working with...
I'm definitely not taking PPIs, or any other med. This fatigue is just from whatever is going on in my body....
Hi all, I'm dealing with possible gastroparesis and LPR--I have a phone consult tomorrow with a doc who seems very knowledgeable about it all. Does anyone have great fatigue with the GERD/LPR? I...
Anonymous: What about the Stretta procedure? Is that something you'd consider? And, can I ask where you're based in the U.S. (generally)?...
It definitely is. My gut tells me so...My gut is always angry when I get the reflux (I'm guessing my digestion is root of problem). Thank you, though!...
So, cough medicine can be effective and ok for a GERD/LPR cough? I was never on Prilosec, just thought maybe it might help symptoms for a few days while back heals...I hope you realize it's not the...
Hi all, I've had a resurgence of LPR and with it, a constant cough. For past few days I've been unable to get comfortable, or sleep--I think I pulled muscle in side, from coughing. Has anyone done...
Tu Wang, try to stop the PPI if you can. They are incorrectly prescribed, and just make our situations worse. We need stomach acid! The problem is either our digestion, or a weak sphincter. PPIs just...
https://www.refluxgate.com/gastric-motility Found this great resource......
Thanks Macs. I have to think it's more than that, though.... There are there so many books/articles about SIBO, about changing diet to a low-acid diet, etc. And we know that GERD, at least in...
Hi everyone, I just wanted to get some clarification. I have LPR, and I only have it when my belly is 'angry'--not sure what's going on with it (delayed emptying, indigestion, etc.). So, I figure...
I have LPR and today and yesterday I've had fever and chills. About 100F. Do you have an elevated temperature/fever, or just *feel* like it? I had the flu a few weeks ago, can't imagine I'm sick...
Hi--CyclingLady--thank you for that. I think I'm due for a bloodwork panel, so I'll ask for that. I know that PPIs are fairly evil, so trying to stay away from those at the moment. Hi Minnesota!...
Hi Sharon, Nobody has actually diagnosed it...I just notice that it's happening... I've heard that eating smaller meals, or limiting fats and high-fiber things, can help....
When I began perimenopause about 5 years ago, I suddenly started getting GERD. Awful. Now I realize it was a result of slow digestive motility (gastroparesis). It kind of went away, or came back...
Another question, as I sit here clearing my throat and willing my bloated belly to digest what's in it: Is LPR just a 'symptom' of bloat/indigestion? As in, my main problem would be the stomach...
Thanks, Cagu. I guess I should investigate increasing my stomach acid...!...
Hi everyone! I haven't been on here in a while, because my LPR had (HAD!) improved. Now it's back with a vengeance. Trying to figure out the cause. At the moment, my stomach seems to be digesting...
Hi Vicky, This is a really quick reply (and I need to reply to some others, individually, big apologies!!!), but--how could your esophagus affect your stomach? I believe it's the other way around. I...
Cagu, how did you diagnose your delayed emptying? And, has anything helped? I think that's what I have going on......
Just trying to figure out the issue I really need to address with this LPR/GERD issue. Before I got (or was aware) of my LPR symptoms, I had, on occasion, retching (when tired/stressed) and,...
Hi everyone, Some things that I've been considering and wondering about: 1. Might LPR be more related (than GERD) to a weak LES due to (usually ) lack of gastro symptoms? I have gastro symptoms and...
Mud, yes, sometimes just the smell helps! Although then I'd want to drink it... Paulroy--thanks for that suggestion. Will probably try the Psyllium. I assume it's safe for everyday use......