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Suggest Treatment For Stomach Discomfort, Gastritis And Bloating
Question: I talked to a doctor on this site about 2 months ago(Mid October) about stomach discomfort. I was told it could be gastritis and to take Prilosec. I did and that helped. After the two weeks was up I stopped. The discomfort came back. I went to the clinic and talked to the PA. She said I could take the Prilosec again to see if that would help. This was Mid November. The discomfort stopped but then other symptoms started happening. I was having shortness of breath and trouble sleeping. I was feeling bloated as but not passing gas or burping alot. I also told this to the PA. She said it could be diet related so try the Prilosec and stay away from spicy and sodas to see if this helps. I contacted the PA 1 week later and told her I was having shortness of breath. She asked if I wanted a prescription for albuterol(sp)? I said yes. I tried it. It seemed to help. However the following night I woke up and my heart was beating very fast. I was having trouble breathing. I was nervous. I tried to calm myself down. I took another dose of the inhaler. I drove myself to the emergency room. They did a chest xray, ekg. The dcotor said my chest xray looked fine. I didn't show that I had a heart attack or anything with the ekg. She said she wasn't sure why it felt tight(my chest) at times. I went home. The heavy breathing is not all of the times but I'm wondering if the combination of stomach issues, chest and breathing are related. I know in the past I have gotten sick because of stress. I just want to make sure it isn't anything more. I contacted the PA today but it was late. I will call her back tomorrow to see what she says.
Also my lower back was warm a couple days ago when I went to sleep.
Also my lower back was warm a couple days ago when I went to sleep.
Brief Answer:
need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There are a number of causes for the symptoms you have mentioned. Most common have been ruled out. I can guide you better if you answer following questions:
1. Do you feel burning sensation in chest? If yes then does it occur after meal or at night?
2. Do you feel in your stomach area? IF yes then is it associated with food like aggravates/relieves with food intake?
3. Do you have or any family history depression, asthma or other chronic illness?
4. Are you on any kind of medication other than Prilosec?
5. Any history of constipation/diarrhea?
6. Does pain in chest radiates to left arm or jaw?
7. Any thing that is bothering you in your daily life? You can share freely if you have so that i can help you completely.
8. Did you get an ultrasound of abdomen or any other tests apart from the ones mentioned?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. There are a number of causes for the symptoms you have mentioned. Most common have been ruled out. I can guide you better if you answer following questions:
1. Do you feel burning sensation in chest? If yes then does it occur after meal or at night?
2. Do you feel in your stomach area? IF yes then is it associated with food like aggravates/relieves with food intake?
3. Do you have or any family history depression, asthma or other chronic illness?
4. Are you on any kind of medication other than Prilosec?
5. Any history of constipation/diarrhea?
6. Does pain in chest radiates to left arm or jaw?
7. Any thing that is bothering you in your daily life? You can share freely if you have so that i can help you completely.
8. Did you get an ultrasound of abdomen or any other tests apart from the ones mentioned?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
1. Burning. Sometimes but mostly tightness. Sometimes it feels like I pulled a muscle.
2. Burning or sharp pain comes and goes. This evening I felt burning after I ate some cake.
3.No.
4.No. I only took 3 doses of the Albuterol last week.
5.No
6. Sometimes my left arm feels sore. My right chest is bigger than my left side.
7. Stress. I have recently moved to Alaska for a few months and the change in weather has affected my mood. This move have definitely brought on stress.
8.No abdomen tests. The PA I met with wanted to make sure it wasn't just a diet issue. She said if symptoms didn't change then we would possibly do some tests.
2. Burning or sharp pain comes and goes. This evening I felt burning after I ate some cake.
3.No.
4.No. I only took 3 doses of the Albuterol last week.
5.No
6. Sometimes my left arm feels sore. My right chest is bigger than my left side.
7. Stress. I have recently moved to Alaska for a few months and the change in weather has affected my mood. This move have definitely brought on stress.
8.No abdomen tests. The PA I met with wanted to make sure it wasn't just a diet issue. She said if symptoms didn't change then we would possibly do some tests.
Brief Answer:
Most probably stress/anxiety induced
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through them.
In my opinion there could be two probable causes; First, Gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD) and Second, stress/anxiety induced. As you have already taken OTC medicines and symptoms re-occurred so i would suggest you to visit a gastroenterologist evaluation of GERD which can be done by esophageal manometry & further workup.
Stress causes constriction of bronchus (conducting pathway of air) resulting in shortness of breath. Similarly stress ALSO causes increased release of stomach acid which in-return causes pain & other symptoms. If you are unable to control on it then some anxiolytics prescription by your local doctor will help you a lot. Meanwhile following general care will help to reduce the symptoms:
> General Care:
- Take frequent smaller meals.
- Don't take heavy meal at night
- Perform walk/exercise in the evening for at least 30-45 mins
- Eat fresh fruits & green leafy vegetables
- Yogurt & some pro-biotics
> AVOID:
- Coffee or tea (both regular and decaffeinated)
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcohol
- Chocolates
- Smoking (if you do)
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
Most probably stress/anxiety induced
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through them.
In my opinion there could be two probable causes; First, Gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD) and Second, stress/anxiety induced. As you have already taken OTC medicines and symptoms re-occurred so i would suggest you to visit a gastroenterologist evaluation of GERD which can be done by esophageal manometry & further workup.
Stress causes constriction of bronchus (conducting pathway of air) resulting in shortness of breath. Similarly stress ALSO causes increased release of stomach acid which in-return causes pain & other symptoms. If you are unable to control on it then some anxiolytics prescription by your local doctor will help you a lot. Meanwhile following general care will help to reduce the symptoms:
> General Care:
- Take frequent smaller meals.
- Don't take heavy meal at night
- Perform walk/exercise in the evening for at least 30-45 mins
- Eat fresh fruits & green leafy vegetables
- Yogurt & some pro-biotics
> AVOID:
- Coffee or tea (both regular and decaffeinated)
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcohol
- Chocolates
- Smoking (if you do)
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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