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What Causes Gastritis, Stomach Ulcer And Acid Reflux After Gastric Bypass Surgery?
Question: Hi, I had a Gastric Bypass nearly a year ago and for the last few months I have had severe gastritis/reflux and upper abdo gnawing pain, which hasn't improved taking a PPI. Any suggestions ?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking !
I read carefully all your concerns and I can say as follows:
1. Gastritis, stomach ulcer and acid reflux are the most common complications of Gastric Bypass.
2.To my opinion you should do:
- upper endoscopy
- breath test for H.Pylori infection.
- abdominal ultrasound to rule out gallbladder issues
3.Meantime I suggest to:
-increase PPI's dosage up to 80 mg per day,
-use antacids like Gaviscone
-use ranitidine 300 mg before bed time
-use prokinetic like domperidone.
If H.Pylori test will result positive than you should start using antibiotics.
Wish you fast recovery!
Dr.Klerida
Please follow the suggestions below...
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking !
I read carefully all your concerns and I can say as follows:
1. Gastritis, stomach ulcer and acid reflux are the most common complications of Gastric Bypass.
2.To my opinion you should do:
- upper endoscopy
- breath test for H.Pylori infection.
- abdominal ultrasound to rule out gallbladder issues
3.Meantime I suggest to:
-increase PPI's dosage up to 80 mg per day,
-use antacids like Gaviscone
-use ranitidine 300 mg before bed time
-use prokinetic like domperidone.
If H.Pylori test will result positive than you should start using antibiotics.
Wish you fast recovery!
Dr.Klerida
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